TPA (Tampa) to CLT (Charlotte) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines 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 August 2026.TPA → CLT
TPA (Tampa) to CLT (Charlotte)
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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.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — American Airlines leads slightly at 81% vs Frontier Airlines at 78%.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 81% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 78%.
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Good to know
Departing from TPA
78% on timeExpect ~17 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).
Arriving at CLT
78% on timeWhen flights into CLT are late, the average delay is 80 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLT: TSA is ~12 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.