PHL (Philadelphia) to TPA (Tampa) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 81 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.PHL → TPA
PHL (Philadelphia) to TPA (Tampa)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 83% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 68%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 83% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 68%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PHL
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PHL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~19 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PHL cancels 2.4% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at TPA
78% on timeWhen flights into TPA are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TPA: TSA is ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.