MIA (Miami) to TPA (Tampa) flights arrive on time 71% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 81%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MIA → TPA
MIA (Miami) to TPA (Tampa)
MIA → TPA on-time performance by month
This route is delayed fairly often. About 71% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
null edges out American Airlines on this route — 81% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
leads at 81% on time; American Airlines trails at 68%.
Good to know
Departing from MIA
76% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MIA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~8 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at TPA
79% on timeWhen flights into TPA are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TPA: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
TPA has a 2.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.