Tampa to Chicago Flights
Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago (CHI) connect US and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,618 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include TPA, PIE and CHI, ORD, MDW. The reverse route is Chicago to Tampa. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Tampa, US
- Destination
- Chicago, United States
- Distance
- 1,618 km
- Typical duration
- about 3 hours
- Origin codes
- TPA, PIE
- Destination codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Tampa to Chicago
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Route overview
Tampa to Chicago is a city-pair air route between US and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are TPA and CHI. Related codes: TPA, PIE → CHI, ORD, MDW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,618 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Tampa airports and metro codes: TPA, PIE.
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Chicago to Tampa, other destinations from Tampa, and other origins into Chicago.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Tampa to Chicago?
Direct flights from Tampa to Chicago typically take about 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Tampa to Chicago?
The great-circle distance between Tampa and Chicago is approximately 1,618 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Tampa to Chicago?
Tampa is commonly searched with code TPA (related: TPA, PIE). Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW).
Are there direct flights from Tampa to Chicago?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Chicago to Tampa?
The reverse city pair is Chicago to Tampa. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,618 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Tampa to Chicago route connect?
This route connects US (Tampa) with United States (Chicago).