Travelling from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the best departure point for your flight from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE). Explore your options for taking off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), two of the city's main airports.
Allentown (where Lehigh Valley International Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-4 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Tampa to ABE.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Tampa International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on time at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Think about kicking off your trip from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). You can book a direct Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Allegiant Air operates direct flights from Tampa to ABE leaving from PIE. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Allegiant Air has the largest share of bookings on the PIE to ABE route.
The top on-time carrier is Allegiant Air. Its St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to Lehigh Valley International Airport flights arrive without delay 78.85% of the time.
You can reach PIE from central Tampa in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 29 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Tampa to ABE flight? Unwind in a hotel near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.01%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
The address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near ABE and turn in quicker:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lehigh Valley International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Enterprise to explore Allentown and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport flight.
The street address for ABE is 3311 Airport Road.
Getting from Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) to central Allentown
Lehigh Valley International Airport to central Allentown is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
At the moment, $73 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $156. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tampa to ABE.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Allentown based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Tampa to ABE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Allentown, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Allentown
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Lehigh Valley International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Allentown:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Allentown Art Museum, Lehigh Riverwalk and Allentown Passenger Station Historic Site - Lehigh Valley Railroad are highlights which should feature on any good Allentown itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Allentown. Around 121 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Allentown, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.