TPA to BOS Turbulence Forecast

Is the Tampa to Boston flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast
TPA
BOS
Tampa · Boston · 3h 5m
5.1
Turb Score
3h 5m
Duration
1,183 nm
Distance
37,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for TPA–BOS

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About the TPA–BOS route

The Tampa to Boston domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 1,361 miles at around 37,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.

The route is served by JetBlue, Southwest, American on Boeing 737 · Airbus A319 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 1,361 miles (1,183 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.

Turbulence levels on TPA–BOS

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly TPA–BOS

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on TPA–BOS

Boeing 737

Front
Rows 1–14
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 15-22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Tampa to Boston flight turbulent?
The TPA–BOS route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 5.1/100.
When is turbulence worst on TPA to BOS?
Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on TPA to BOS?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 15-22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from TPA to BOS?
The TPA to BOS flight takes approximately 3h 5m, covering 1,361 miles (1,183 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly TPA to BOS?
The main airlines operating this route are JetBlue, Southwest, American, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A319 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data