FFD
Fairford
United Kingdom
6,989 km
4,343 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
6,989 km
4,343 mi / 3,774 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
282°
west northwest

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Airport Comparison

FFD TPA
Airport Name RAF Fairford Tampa International Airport
IATA Code FFD TPA
ICAO Code EGVA KTPA
City Fairford Tampa
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 286 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 51.680000, -1.790000 27.980000, -82.530000

Fairford (FFD) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Fairford (FFD) in Fairford, United Kingdom to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 6,989 kilometers (4,343 miles / 3,774 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:30 in Fairford, it's 23:30 in Tampa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Fairford (FFD) follows a heading of 43° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the RAF Fairford (FFD) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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