Airport Comparison
| COS | TPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| IATA Code | COS | TPA |
| ICAO Code | KCOS | KTPA |
| City | Colorado Springs | Tampa |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 6,187 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.810000, -104.700000 | 27.980000, -82.530000 |
Colorado Springs (COS) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 2,375 kilometers (1,476 miles / 1,282 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:16 in Colorado Springs, it's 04:16 in Tampa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,161 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.