Distance from Phoenix to Tampa by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Tampa (FL) is 1794 miles or 2887 kilometers or 1558 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Tampa is 2154 miles (3468 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 360 miles or 581 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Tampa, FL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Tampa is 1794 miles or 2887 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Tampa, is Tampa International Airport (TPA).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Tampa?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Tampa, FL is 4 hours 7 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Tampa Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Phoenix, AZ and Tampa, FL
This map shows the distance from Phoenix, AZ, Usa to Tampa, FL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Phoenix, Arizona to Tampa, Florida is displayed below.

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Tampa, FL

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Tampa, Florida is 2154 miles or 3468 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Tampa, FL is 2154 miles or 3468 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Tampa, Florida.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Tampa, Florida is approximately 2154 miles (3468 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 37 to 38 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Tampa, FL

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Tampa, FL?
The total driving time is 37 hours, 37 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Tampa take?
Phoenix and Tampa are 37 hours 37 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Phoenix and Tampa

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Tampa (FL) is 2 Hours.
Tampa time is 2 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Tampa
2025-12-19, 18:45:06 MST2025-12-19, 20:45:06 EST
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Tampa Florida, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Phoenix, AZ and Tampa, FL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2154 mi 3468 km 1870.53 nmi
Straight line distance 1794 mi 2887 km 1558 nmi
Difference 360 mi 581 km 312 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Tampa Details

Tampa is located in Florida, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 27° 56' 51.1'' Longitude: W 82° 27' 30.3''
Latitude27.94752
Longitude-82.45843
StateFlorida
Nearest airports to Tampa

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Phoenix, AZ and Tampa, FL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 72 hours 15 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 54 hours 11 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 48 hours 10 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 43 hours 21 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 39 hours 24 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 36 hours 7 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 33 hours 20 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 30 hours 57 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 28 hours 54 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 27 hours 5 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 25 hours 30 minutes