PIT (Pittsburgh) to TPA (Tampa) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.PIT → TPA
PIT (Pittsburgh) to TPA (Tampa)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Southwest Airlines edges out Spirit Airlines on this route — 81% vs 76% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 81% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 76%.
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Good to know
Departing from PIT
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PIT has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
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 ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.