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$91+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles (TPA - LAX)

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TPA — LAX
7月 16 — 7月 231
水 7/16
水 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 7月 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(Southwest)

One-way from

$91
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$344

Good round-trip deal

$343 or less

Good one-way deal

$260 or less
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
水 9/244:00 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
水 10/18:55 amLAX - TPA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
土 8/92:11 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
火 8/1912:22 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
土 9/276:45 amTPA - LAX
1 stop9h 38mSpirit Airlines
月 9/297:58 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/9$182
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
金 8/88:00 amTPA - LAX
1 stop6h 54mBreeze Airways
金 8/2212:39 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop6h 33mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/10$183
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
月 7/147:30 amTPA - LAX
1 stop7h 38mFrontier
木 7/177:45 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Deal found 7/9$197

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TPA - LAX

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Tampa

水 9/24

4:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Los Angeles

木 10/2

3:10 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 40m

$180

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

土 8/9

2:11 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop7h 40m

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日 8/24

12:18 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$181

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

土 9/27

6:45 am-1:23 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Los Angeles

月 9/29

7:58 pm-5:30 am

1 stop6h 32m

$182

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

金 8/8

8:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 54m

Los Angeles

金 8/22

12:39 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$183

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

月 7/14

7:30 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Los Angeles

木 7/17

7:45 pm-6:35 am

1 stop7h 50m

$197

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

木 8/28

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 18m

$91

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

月 8/11

7:57 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$92

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

火 8/12

7:50 am-2:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$95

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

日 7/13

6:28 am-12:17 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$112

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

月 10/6

8:00 am-7:18 am

2 stops26h 18m

$147

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TPA

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LAX

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to Los Angeles 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7月 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 6, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to Los Angeles. 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 7月 11, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 7月 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Breeze Airways from Tampa to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
187 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 airports do I use to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from Tampa, then you need to book flights from Tampa to Los Angeles. There are 8 flights from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Tampa are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 59m is how long a nonstop flight from Tampa to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • How popular is this Tampa to Los Angeles flight route?

    The Tampa to Los Angeles flight path was viewed by 34 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Southwest, at $180, was found to be the cheapest airline from Tampa to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways. Users have found that Southwest is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $91 on Breeze Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $95 and Spirit Airlines from $96 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles on time: Virgin Australia (88%), China Eastern (87%), LATAM Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles is generally $1,151, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $198. When looking at the most popular route, (Tampa - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $131 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to Los Angeles 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 7 airlines flying from Tampa to Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Los Angeles. 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 7月 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$166Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$237Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$309Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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