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$62+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — LAX
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tampa to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$130
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$58
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$345

Good round-trip deal

$235 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
From Tampa to California
One-way flight from Tampa to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Tampa to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Tampa to California.

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Cheapest flights from Tampa to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/205:44 pmTPA - LAS
Nonstop4h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2210:43 pmLAS - TPA
Nonstop4h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$130
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:30 amTPA - LAS
Nonstop4h 42mFrontier
Fri 8/1512:56 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop28h 56mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/228:15 amTPA - LAS
1 stop6h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2910:43 pmLAS - TPA
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$135
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/228:15 amTPA - LAS
1 stop6h 39mBreeze Airways
Fri 9/2612:39 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop5h 40mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:45 amTPA - SNA
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/16:45 amSNA - TPA
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/295:44 pmTPA - OAK
1 stop8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/612:15 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop14h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$156
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/67:20 amTPA - BUR
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/95:47 pmBUR - TPA
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:45 amTPA - SMF
1 stop11h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/254:22 pmSMF - TPA
1 stop10h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:00 amTPA - LAX
1 stop7h 37mBreeze Airways
Thu 8/2812:18 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 51mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/28$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:43 amTPA - LAX
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/1610:37 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/258:00 amTPA - LAX
1 stop6h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/3010:37 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:44 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/227:01 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop18h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$184

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Tampa

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

Sat 9/20

5:44 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/22

10:43 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$130

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

Fri 8/15

7:30 am-9:12 am

Nonstop4h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/15

12:56 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop28h 56m

$134

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

Mon 9/22

8:15 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/29

10:43 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$135

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

Mon 9/22

8:15 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/26

12:39 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$138

TampaSanta Ana

TPA - SNA

TPASNA

Tampa

Thu 10/16

6:45 am-7:09 pm

1 stop15h 24m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/1

6:45 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$152

TampaBurbank

TPA - BUR

TPABUR

Tampa

Sat 9/6

7:20 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 9/9

5:47 pm-6:05 am

1 stop9h 18m

$160

TampaSacramento

TPA - SMF

TPASMF

Tampa

Tue 10/21

6:45 am-3:22 pm

1 stop11h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/25

4:22 pm-5:30 am

1 stop10h 08m

$163

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

Tue 9/23

5:44 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Oakland

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$164

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Tue 8/26

7:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop7h 37m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

12:18 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$170

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Sat 8/9

6:43 am-10:25 am

1 stop6h 42m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

10:37 pm-11:53 am

1 stop10h 16m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to California (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TPA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Tampa to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Tampa to California to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Tampa to California?

    Most people fly from Tampa (TPA) if they book a flight from Tampa to California. Tampa is conveniently located just 4.9 mi from Tampa’s city center.

  • How popular is this Tampa to California flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tampa to California one-way?

    $58 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Frontier, with prices starting from $65 and $89, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Tampa to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tampa to California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Tampa to California on time: Virgin Australia (95%), United Airlines (90%), WestJet (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,399 for a flight from Tampa to California. The cheapest flight overall is $149 while the most popular route, (Tampa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $127.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tampa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Tampa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Tampa to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Tampa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Tampa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to California (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Tampa to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$151Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$214Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$238Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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