Indianapolis (IND) to Tampa (TPA): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Indianapolis (IND) to Tampa (TPA) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 93% of arrivals were on time; in May 2026 that fell to 65% — a 28-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 80% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (92% vs 67%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 80%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 13 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.0%
- Flights/day
- 2.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 16m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 837 mi
Best airline from IND to TPA
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 85% | 10 min | 3.7% | 272 |
| Southwest Airlines | 79% | 14 min | 1.6% | 1,799 |
| Frontier Airlines | 73% | 21 min | 3.9% | 77 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from IND to TPA
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (95% on-time); avoid 9 p.m. departures (61%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 79% | 13 min |
| Tuesday | 86% | 7 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 86% | 7 min |
| Thursday | 78% | 17 min |
| Friday | 81% | 13 min |
| Saturday | 80% | 14 min |
| Sunday | 72% | 20 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft58%
- Airline operations25%
- National airspace system16%
- Weather1%
- Security1%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from IND to TPA delayed?
- 20% of IND–TPA flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 13 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from IND to TPA?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 85%, based on 272 flights. 3 airlines flew IND–TPA frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from IND to TPA?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (95% on-time), while departures around 9 p.m. have the worst (61%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from IND to TPA?
- The scheduled IND–TPA flight time averages 2h 16m over 837 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 20% of the time.
- How often are IND to TPA flights cancelled?
- 2% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from IND to TPA?
- May 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 65% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 93%. If your dates are flexible, that 28-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,148 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.