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$72+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus

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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — CMH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tampa to Columbus are usually found in July or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (C01). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

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July

Average price

$351
From Tampa to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2711:31 amTPA - CMH
1 stop10h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/306:00 amCMH - TPA
1 stop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/38:30 pmTPA - CMH
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sun 7/66:15 amCMH - TPA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$157
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:00 amTPA - CMH
1 stop5h 45mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/249:20 amCMH - TPA
1 stop7h 36mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/10$174
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/13:34 pmTPA - CMH
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/45:04 pmCMH - TPA
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/144:12 pmTPA - CMH
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1512:15 pmCMH - TPA
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$191
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/186:28 amTPA - CMH
1 stop5h 14mFrontier
Mon 7/2112:31 pmCMH - TPA
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/94:06 pmTPA - CMH
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/167:00 amCMH - TPA
2 stops8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$316

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Columbus that are best for you.

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Tampa

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Columbus

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Depart

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Price

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 6/27

11:31 am-10:07 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Columbus

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 26m

$152

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Thu 7/3

8:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbus

Sun 7/6

6:15 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$157

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Columbus

Sun 8/24

9:20 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$174

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 8/1

3:34 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Columbus

Mon 8/4

5:04 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$182

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Mon 7/14

4:12 pm-12:18 am

1 stop8h 06m

Columbus

Tue 7/15

12:15 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$191

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 7/18

6:28 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 14m

Columbus

Mon 7/21

12:31 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$247

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Sat 8/9

4:06 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Columbus

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$316

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Wed 8/20

11:15 am-5:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$72

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 7/11

6:00 am-8:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$79

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$80

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Columbus

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tampa to Columbus. 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 Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Tampa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Columbus in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Tampa to Columbus have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to Columbus. 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 Columbus?

    Tampa (TPA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Tampa to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Tampa; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Tampa airport to Columbus. It is only a 4.9 mi journey to Tampa (TPA) from Tampa’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tampa to Columbus round-trip from $152. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $157, and Breeze Airways, from $174. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $72. Southwest flights start at $79 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $82 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus?

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to Columbus is $78. On average you can expect to pay $264. The most popular route, (Tampa - Columbus), can usually be booked for $157.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Tampa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 6 airlines flying from Tampa to Columbus

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Columbus. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$86Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$236Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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