TPA (Tampa) to PVD (Providence) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 63 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.TPA → PVD
TPA (Tampa) to PVD (Providence)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% 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 — Southwest Airlines leads slightly at 78% vs JetBlue Airways at 77%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 78% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 77%.
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 ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
TPA cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at PVD
80% on timeWhen flights into PVD are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PVD: TSA is ~13 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
PVD has a 2.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.