Ocala, Florida

Private charter · TPA → OCF

Tampa to Ocala

85 miles, about 30 min in a Cirrus SR20. One price for the whole airplane.

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The trip

Tampa to Ocala, door to door faster.

Trade about 2 hours on the road for about 30 min in the air. Littlebird flies you direct from Tampa International Airport in Tampa to Ocala International Airport - Jim Taylor Field in Ocala, 85 miles in a Cirrus SR20. You get the whole airplane for one price, with every fee and tax shown before you book.

Distance
85 mi
Flight
30 min
Driving
2 hours
Passengers
Up to 5
TPATampaOCFOcala
TPA → OCF85 miles direct

Flight time by aircraft

  • Cirrus SR20 · up to 3 passengers30 min
  • Cirrus Vision Jet · up to 5 passengers15 min

Planned times in the air. Your quote shows exact departure and arrival times.

Departing Tampa

Airports in Tampa

  • TPA

    Major airport

    Tampa International Airport

    Tampa · KTPA

    From downtown
    5 mi
    Longest runway
    11,002 ft

  • PIE

    Major airport

    St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport

    Pinellas Park · KPIE

    From downtown
    14 mi
    Longest runway
    9,730 ft

  • LAL

    Commercial airport

    Lakeland Linder International Airport

    Lakeland · KLAL

    From downtown
    27 mi
    Longest runway
    8,500 ft

  • TPF

    Regional airport

    Peter O Knight Airport

    Tampa · KTPF

    From downtown
    2 mi
    Longest runway
    3,583 ft

  • KVDF

    Regional airport

    Tampa Executive Airport

    Tampa

    From downtown
    8 mi
    Longest runway
    5,000 ft

  • SPG

    Regional airport

    Albert Whitted Airport

    St Petersburg · KSPG

    From downtown
    16 mi
    Longest runway
    3,676 ft

Arriving Ocala

Airports in Ocala

  • OCF

    Regional airport

    Ocala International Airport - Jim Taylor Field

    Ocala · KOCF

    From downtown
    4 mi
    Longest runway
    7,467 ft

  • KINF

    Regional airport

    Inverness Airport

    Inverness

    From downtown
    28 mi
    Longest runway
    5,000 ft

  • KX60

    Regional airport

    Williston Municipal Airport

    Williston

    From downtown
    23 mi
    Longest runway
    6,669 ft

When you land

Things to do in Ocala

Ocala and Marion County call themselves the Horse Capital of the World, and the title is earned: rolling pastures, oak-lined lanes and hundreds of horse farms make up one of the most important thoroughbred breeding and training regions in the country. World Equestrian Center Ocala, one of the largest equestrian complexes in the United States, hosts show jumping, hunter and dressage competitions through much of the year, drawing riders, owners, trainers and buyers from around the world.

  1. 01

    World Equestrian Center

    A vast equestrian complex with indoor and outdoor arenas, an on-site hotel and restaurants, hosting top-level horse shows and other events through much of the year.

  2. 02

    Silver Springs State Park

    Home to one of the largest artesian spring formations in the world, famous for its glass-bottom boat tours, kayaking and the wild rhesus monkeys along the river.

  3. 03

    Ocala National Forest

    The southernmost national forest in the continental U.S. features clear springs such as Juniper, Alexander and Salt Springs, plus hiking, paddling and camping.

  4. 04

    Rainbow Springs State Park

    In nearby Dunnellon, the headwaters of the Rainbow River offer swimming, snorkeling and tubing in remarkably clear water, along with gardens and small waterfalls.

  5. 05

    Horse Farm Tours

    Guided tours of local thoroughbred farms and training centers offer a behind-the-scenes look at the breeding and training that make Marion County a horse-industry hub.

  6. 06

    Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing

    South of town, this museum honors the legendary drag racer with his famous Swamp Rat dragsters, a large collection of race cars and a separate antique car museum.

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Questions

Tampa to Ocala flights

How long is a private flight from Tampa to Ocala?

About 30 min in a Cirrus SR20, for 85 miles direct. Driving the same trip takes about 2 hours.

Which airports do flights from Tampa to Ocala use?

You can depart from Tampa International Airport (TPA), St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (PIE), or Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) and arrive at Ocala International Airport - Jim Taylor Field (OCF), Inverness Airport (KINF), or Williston Municipal Airport (KX60). Pick whichever is closest to where you're starting and where you're headed.

How much does a private charter from Tampa to Ocala cost?

The price depends on the date, departure time, aircraft and where the airplane is positioned. Enter your trip above to see an instant price for the whole airplane, with every tax and fee included.

Can I book a round trip between Tampa and Ocala?

Yes. Choose round trip when you search, and pick your return date and time. Flights from Ocala back to Tampa are priced the same way.

Return flight

Ocala to Tampa

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