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$79+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago (CHI)

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — CHI
Jun 8 — Jun 151
Mon 6/8
Mon 6/15
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 6/102:25 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop8h 46m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:00 am
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop14h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 7/14:46 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 25m
Frontier
Sat 7/411:59 am
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Wed 6/242:25 pm
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 25m
Frontier
Tue 8/111:50 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 7/14:46 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 25m
Frontier
Wed 8/512:11 pm
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop5h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 7/282:25 pm
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 28m
Frontier
Wed 7/291:50 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 5/8$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 11/51:05 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 21m
Frontier
Mon 11/98:00 am
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 5/8$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/131:05 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 21m
Frontier
Sun 11/158:00 am
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Fri 5/292:25 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop8h 37m
Frontier
Tue 6/212:27 pm
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop8h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Wed 5/277:05 am
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop13h 36m
Frontier
Thu 5/286:55 am
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop13h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/24:46 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 16m
Frontier
Tue 6/912:27 pm
MDW
-
TPA
2 stops22h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/8$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/97:45 am
TPA
-
ORD
2 stops13h 08m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:55 am
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop10h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/89:55 pm
TPA
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Tue 7/145:30 am
MDW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$169

Find flight deals from Tampa to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$243

Good round-trip deal

$117 or less

Good one-way deal

$90 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to Chicago 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 May 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Wed 6/24

9:55 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/1

8:15 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$169

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Tue 7/7

4:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/14

7:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$184

TampaChicago

TPA - ORD

TPAORD

Tampa

Sat 10/3

7:27 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/6

8:55 am-3:24 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$190

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Sat 10/3

3:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/6

1:25 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$190

TampaChicago

TPA - ORD

TPAORD

Tampa

Tue 6/23

6:20 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/24

5:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$197

TampaChicago

TPA - ORD

TPAORD

Tampa

Tue 8/4

8:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

9:52 am-4:48 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$208

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Wed 6/17

7:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/24

8:15 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$215

TampaChicago

TPA - MDW

TPAMDW

Tampa

Tue 7/7

9:55 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/11

9:15 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$215

TampaChicago

TPA - ORD

TPAORD

Tampa

Thu 5/28

10:55 am-9:55 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/1

2:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$224

TampaChicago

TPA - RFD

TPARFD

Tampa

Wed 8/12

8:28 pm-10:47 am

1 stop15h 19m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 8/16

11:37 am-7:23 am

1 stop18h 46m

$227

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Compare providers for flights from Tampa to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tampa to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Tampa-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Tampa to Chicago?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tampa to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Chicago (average of $47). Flying from Tampa to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $696). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 9, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Tampa to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Chicago flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to Chicago. 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 May 9, 2026.

The most flights from TPA to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (57 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Tampa to Chicago?

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 9, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tampa to Chicago, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,668 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,635 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,958 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,302 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Tampa. Booking flights from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 43 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Tampa to Chicago?

    Departing from Tampa to Chicago will take you 2h 40m. The distance between Tampa and Chicago is about 998 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Tampa to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tampa to Chicago round-trip from $46. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $68, and Delta, from $98. These flights start at 79% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $49 and $78 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Tampa to Chicago consider Tampa - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Tampa - Chicago Midway or Tampa - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Royal Jordanian (92%), Qantas Airways (90%) or Japan Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Tampa to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Tampa - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $157 on average, our data indicates $793 when flying from Tampa to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Chicago (average of $47). Flying from Tampa to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $696). 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 7 airlines flying from Tampa to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Chicago. 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 May 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$46Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$146Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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