Airport Comparison
| PMD | TPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport | Tampa International Airport |
| IATA Code | PMD | TPA |
| ICAO Code | KPMD | KTPA |
| City | Palmdale | Tampa |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,543 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.630000, -118.080000 | 27.980000, -82.530000 |
Palmdale (PMD) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 3,439 kilometers (2,137 miles / 1,857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 92°.
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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 21:00 in Palmdale, it's 00:00 in Tampa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,516 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport.
The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Palmdale (PMD) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.