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$65+ Cheap flights from California to Tampa (TPA)

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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$65
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$472

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/133:20 pmONT - TPA
1 stop18h 10mFrontier
Thu 12/186:45 amTPA - ONT
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$137
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/1112:04 pmONT - TPA
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Sun 12/147:00 amTPA - ONT
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sun 12/712:31 pmSMF - TPA
1 stop20h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1410:12 amTPA - SMF
2 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$159
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/1812:59 amLAS - TPA
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Mon 12/221:35 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$161
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2212:59 amLAS - TPA
1 stop25h 32mFrontier
Tue 12/305:33 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop29h 22mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$164
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:16 amLAS - TPA
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:15 amTPA - LAS
Nonstop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Tue 12/1610:03 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/182:16 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$167
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1210:03 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop8h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/149:41 pmTPA - LAS
Nonstop5h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$168
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Fri 12/129:35 pmLAS - TPA
Nonstop4h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/132:45 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop12h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Thu 12/48:13 pmLAS - TPA
2 stops41h 18mFrontier
Mon 12/87:01 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop18h 00mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Fri 12/127:00 amLAS - TPA
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1510:12 amTPA - LAS
1 stop10h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/91:35 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Thu 12/186:45 amTPA - SNA
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$177

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Tampa 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 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/16

12:40 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Tampa

Tue 1/20

6:15 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 28m

$175

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/6

1:35 pm-4:25 am

1 stop11h 50m

Tampa

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$182

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/9

1:35 pm-4:25 am

1 stop11h 50m

Tampa

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$182

OntarioTampa

ONT - TPA

ONTTPA

Ontario

Fri 1/23

6:20 am-12:34 pm

1 stop27h 14m

Tampa

Fri 1/30

5:44 pm-12:20 am

1 stop9h 36m

$185

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/16

10:03 pm-9:07 am

1 stop8h 04m

Tampa

Tue 12/23

9:41 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$203

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/8

1:35 pm-4:25 am

1 stop11h 50m

Tampa

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$203

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 12/30

10:31 pm-10:28 am

1 stop8h 57m

Tampa

Sat 1/3

9:41 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$209

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 12/15

12:59 am-4:25 am

1 stop24h 26m

Tampa

Thu 12/18

9:41 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

$212

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/6

1:35 pm-4:25 am

1 stop11h 50m

Tampa

Sat 12/13

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$217

Santa AnaTampa

SNA - TPA

SNATPA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 12/5

1:35 pm-4:25 am

1 stop11h 50m

Tampa

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from California to Tampa

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tampa (average of $69). Flying from California to Tampa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 CA to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Tampa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Tampa. 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 November 20, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to TPA are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from California to Tampa, you will be flying into Tampa. Tampa (TPA) is just 4.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Tampa flight route?

    The California to Tampa flight path was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Tampa?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines fly from California to Tampa in about 5h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 07m. California and Tampa are separated by a distance of 1979 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $65. Users have also found prices from $91 and $109 on Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Tampa?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Tampa are Los Angeles - Tampa, San Francisco - Tampa and San Diego - Tampa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Tampa?

    Before booking your flight to Tampa from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Australia (92%), Air France (92%), WestJet( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Tampa) can be booked for $138 on average, our data indicates $932 when flying from California to Tampa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Tampa (average of $69). Flying from California to Tampa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Tampa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Tampa. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$113Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$217Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$219Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$253Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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