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Cheap flights from Columbus to Tampa (PIE)

CMH — PIE
Nov 4 — Nov 111
Wed 11/4
Wed 11/11
1 adult, Economy
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Average price

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Tampa (average of $161). Flying from Columbus to Tampa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 CMH to PIE?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing St Petersburg

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Allegiant Air from Columbus to Tampa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
678 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

6.9

Food

5.9

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Nic,Aug 2026

SRQ - ALB

Worker at gate refused to let me measure my personal item and insisted it needed to be a carryon and to pay 75$. I understand if it’s too big but she wouldn’t even let me go measure it. She eventually let me measure my own luggage after back n forth. It is a few inches too big and she comes over and attempts to grab my suitcase out my hands and I pull it away from her. She then shuts the door of the gate and says to call the police. I then just offer to pay for the carryon and she says ok. Then refuses to use let me use my tap to pay, luckily I had my physical card on me. As soon as I walked out the door I respectfully asked for her name. She began screaming at me and threatening me. This worker was just so hostile I understand if my stuffs too big I will pay the difference I’m not trying to get over on the rules. I was confused because I was allowed to board my destination flight with this item as a personal item. So I was confused by this whole situation from the go. It also caused a massive scene at the airport and I was extremely embarrassed. It genuinely seemed like this worker was out to get me for some reason. I had literally just arrived to the gate as it was already boarding so I hadn’t done anything prior. Super weird situation and it really spooked me.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
678 reviews
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
678 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

6.9

Food

5.9

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Nic,Aug 2026

SRQ - ALB

Worker at gate refused to let me measure my personal item and insisted it needed to be a carryon and to pay 75$. I understand if it’s too big but she wouldn’t even let me go measure it. She eventually let me measure my own luggage after back n forth. It is a few inches too big and she comes over and attempts to grab my suitcase out my hands and I pull it away from her. She then shuts the door of the gate and says to call the police. I then just offer to pay for the carryon and she says ok. Then refuses to use let me use my tap to pay, luckily I had my physical card on me. As soon as I walked out the door I respectfully asked for her name. She began screaming at me and threatening me. This worker was just so hostile I understand if my stuffs too big I will pay the difference I’m not trying to get over on the rules. I was confused because I was allowed to board my destination flight with this item as a personal item. So I was confused by this whole situation from the go. It also caused a massive scene at the airport and I was extremely embarrassed. It genuinely seemed like this worker was out to get me for some reason. I had literally just arrived to the gate as it was already boarding so I hadn’t done anything prior. Super weird situation and it really spooked me.

Related info for your journey

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

    Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Tampa. You should not have trouble finding flights to St. Petersburg from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Tampa airport from Columbus. It is only a 14.4 mi journey from St. Petersburg (PIE) to Tampa’s city center.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to Tampa round-trip?

    Allegiant Air, at $138, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Tampa..

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to St Petersburg?

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Tampa (average of $161). Flying from Columbus to Tampa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 2 airlines flying from Columbus to St Petersburg

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$93Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%

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