TPA (Tampa) to LAX (Los Angeles) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 60 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.TPA → LAX
TPA (Tampa) to LAX (Los Angeles)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% 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 — United Airlines leads slightly at 84% vs American Airlines at 80%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 84% on time; American Airlines trails at 80%.
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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 ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
TPA cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at LAX
82% on timeWhen flights into LAX are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LAX: TSA is ~14 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.