SQL
San Carlos
United States
3,832 km
2,381 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
3,832 km
2,381 mi / 2,069 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
94°
east

Airport Comparison

SQL TPA
Airport Name San Carlos Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code SQL TPA
ICAO Code KSQL KTPA
City San Carlos Tampa
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/New_York
Elevation 6 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 37.510000, -122.250000 27.980000, -82.530000

San Carlos (SQL) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Carlos Airport (SQL) in San Carlos, United States to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 3,832 kilometers (2,381 miles / 2,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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 03:18 in San Carlos, it's 06:18 in Tampa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to San Carlos (SQL) follows a heading of 296° (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 San Carlos Airport (SQL) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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