Airport Comparison
| LBF | TPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field | Tampa International Airport |
| IATA Code | LBF | TPA |
| ICAO Code | KLBF | KTPA |
| City | North Platte | Tampa |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,777 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.130000, -100.680000 | 27.980000, -82.530000 |
North Platte (LBF) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) in North Platte, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 2,205 kilometers (1,370 miles / 1,191 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:27 in North Platte, it's 18:27 in Tampa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,751 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to North Platte (LBF) follows a heading of 316° (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 North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.