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$129+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Tampa (PIE)

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PIE
Dec 11 — Dec 181
Thu 12/11
Thu 12/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to St Petersburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to St Petersburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/78:33 pmCMH - PIE
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/118:06 pmPIE - CMH
2 stops26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$347
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:33 pmCMH - PIE
2 stops21h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/87:01 pmPIE - CMH
2 stops24h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$374
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/175:25 amCMH - PIE
2 stops14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/246:10 amPIE - CMH
3 stops32h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$437
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2211:14 amCMH - PIE
2 stops21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/46:59 pmPIE - CMH
2 stops28h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$498
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:14 amCMH - PIE
3 stops12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/221:54 pmPIE - CMH
2 stops10h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$523
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:30 amCMH - PIE
3 stops35h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/246:50 amPIE - CMH
2 stops17h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$528

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to St Petersburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to St Petersburg (PIE). 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 November 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$778
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to St Petersburg 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 November 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

St Petersburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Sun 2/1

5:33 am-11:24 pm

2 stops17h 51m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Wed 2/4

8:20 am-10:13 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$332

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:33 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops21h 57m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Thu 12/11

8:06 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$347

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Thu 12/4

8:33 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops21h 57m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Mon 12/8

7:01 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$374

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Sat 1/3

2:36 pm-8:36 am

2 stops18h 00m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Mon 1/12

10:36 am-10:13 pm

2 stops11h 37m

$382

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Sat 1/24

5:33 am-10:27 am

3 stops28h 54m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Wed 1/28

8:20 am-10:13 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$442

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Mon 12/22

11:14 am-8:56 am

2 stops21h 42m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Sun 1/4

6:59 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops28h 58m

$498

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Thu 12/18

11:14 am-11:29 pm

3 stops12h 15m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Mon 12/22

1:54 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops10h 03m

$523

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Sun 1/25

9:49 am-11:19 am

2 stops25h 30m

$129

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Thu 1/22

5:33 am-11:19 am

2 stops29h 46m

$134

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Thu 12/4

6:45 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops28h 28m

$135

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Deals found on 11/9

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to St Petersburg

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 Columbus to St Petersburg in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 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 Columbus Airport-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Columbus Airport-Tampa 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 Columbus to St Petersburg

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Tampa (average of $53). Flying from Columbus Airport to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $105). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to St Petersburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing St Petersburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to St Petersburg. 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 St Petersburg. Reviews last updated November 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and Allegiant Air from Columbus Airport to Tampa 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
697 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jake,Jan 2024

CVG - ATL

Would have been great but the flight got significantly delayed after we boarded due to a mechanical failure

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to St Petersburg. 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 into for flights to Tampa from Columbus?

    Most people fly into Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE) if they book a flight to Tampa from Columbus. On average, St. Petersburg has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 2 airlines. Tampa St. Petersburg is conveniently located just 14.4 mi from Tampa’s city center.

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

    Allegiant Air, at $93, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Tampa. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. Allegiant Air is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to St Petersburg 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 Columbus Airport to Tampa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Tampa (average of $53). Flying from Columbus Airport to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $105). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to St Petersburg. 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 November 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$93Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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