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$124+ 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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — PIE
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$281
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$551
From Columbus to Tampa St. Petersburg
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/118:20 pmCMH - PIE
2 stops24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/156:53 pmPIE - CMH
2 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/188:20 pmCMH - PIE
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/217:30 amPIE - CMH
2 stops28h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$286
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 10/17:16 pmCMH - PIE
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/66:30 amPIE - CMH
2 stops11h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$288

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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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Tampa that are best for you.

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Columbus

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St Petersburg

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Thu 9/18

8:20 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops25h 54m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Sun 9/21

7:30 am-11:41 am

2 stops28h 11m

$281

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Thu 9/11

8:20 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Mon 9/15

6:53 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$281

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Sat 10/25

5:15 am-11:25 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Mon 10/27

5:36 pm-11:27 am

3 stops17h 51m

$286

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Wed 10/1

7:16 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops19h 54m

Tampa St. Petersburg

Mon 10/6

6:30 am-6:09 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$288

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Mon 11/10

9:21 am-11:31 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$124

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Mon 11/17

9:21 am-11:31 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$124

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Tue 9/30

9:38 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$125

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Wed 9/24

9:38 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops45h 06m

$125

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Tue 9/23

9:38 pm-10:43 am

2 stops37h 05m

$126

ColumbusTampa

CMH - PIE

CMHPIE

Columbus

Mon 9/29

5:15 am-5:15 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$127

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to St Petersburg

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Tampa (average of $131). Flying from Columbus Airport to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 August 14, 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 31% 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 August 14, 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
701 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 $100, 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 66% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Tampa (average of $131). Flying from Columbus Airport to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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