Which airline is most reliable for TPA (Tampa) to RIC (Richmond)?

The most reliable airline on the TPA to RIC route is Spirit Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 80%.

How often are flights delayed from TPA to RIC?

About 19% of flights from TPA to RIC experience delays. 81% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on TPA to RIC flights?

When flights from TPA to RIC are delayed, the average delay is approximately 76 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a TPA to RIC flight?

With 81% of TPA to RIC flights arriving on time and an average delay of 76 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at RIC is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

TPA → RIC

TPA (Tampa) to RIC (Richmond)

TPA (Tampa) to RIC (Richmond) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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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 airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

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Departing from TPA

78% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TPA has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at RIC

79% on time

When flights into RIC are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at RIC: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.