TPA (Tampa) to CLE (Cleveland) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.TPA → CLE
TPA (Tampa) to CLE (Cleveland)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 54%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 82% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 54%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from TPA
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TPA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~13 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
TPA cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at CLE
81% on timeWhen flights into CLE are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLE: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.