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$59+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
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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 January 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$287 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 January 6, 2026.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Wed 1/2112:47 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop5h 57mBreeze Airways
Tue 1/276:15 amTPA - LAS
1 stop8h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$147
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:21 amONT - TPA
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Wed 3/411:55 amTPA - ONT
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 1/6$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2111:00 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop11h 04mFrontier
Wed 2/254:12 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop9h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 2/611:59 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop7h 58mBreeze Airways
Mon 2/98:15 amTPA - LAS
1 stop6h 40mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$150
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2812:47 pmLAS - TPA
Nonstop5h 57mBreeze Airways
Tue 2/36:15 amTPA - LAS
Nonstop8h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/6$153
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 1/1712:47 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop5h 57mBreeze Airways
Tue 2/36:15 amTPA - LAS
1 stop8h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/6$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 2/64:54 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop18h 47mFrontier
Sat 2/145:44 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop17h 57mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sat 1/1712:47 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop5h 57mBreeze Airways
Wed 1/218:00 amTPA - LAS
1 stop7h 02mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/5$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 2/1912:59 amLAS - TPA
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Wed 2/253:30 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 1/4$159
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Tue 3/38:00 amLAS - TPA
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:15 amTPA - LAS
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$160
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2712:28 pmLAS - TPA
Nonstop7h 30mBreeze Airways
Tue 2/36:15 amTPA - LAS
Nonstop8h 28mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$161
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/711:11 amLAS - TPA
1 stop20h 07mFrontier
Mon 2/95:13 pmTPA - LAS
1 stop18h 54mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$163

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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 January 6, 2026.
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

Sat 2/7

11:11 am-10:18 am

1 stop20h 07m

Tampa

Mon 2/9

5:13 pm-9:07 am

1 stop18h 54m

$163

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/17

12:47 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

Tampa

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop7h 02m

$166

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/18

12:59 am-4:39 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Tampa

Sat 2/28

9:55 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops28h 13m

$176

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/11

12:57 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Tampa

Sun 2/15

6:15 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 28m

$184

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/29

5:03 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops41h 09m

Tampa

Tue 2/3

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$188

SacramentoTampa

SMF - TPA

SMFTPA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/3

10:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Tampa

Wed 2/11

4:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$191

SacramentoTampa

SMF - TPA

SMFTPA

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/4

10:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Tampa

Wed 2/11

4:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$191

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/11

11:51 am-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Tampa

Sat 2/14

9:55 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops28h 13m

$192

BurbankTampa

BUR - TPA

BURTPA

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 1/28

11:24 am-7:40 am

2 stops17h 16m

Tampa

Tue 2/3

6:55 pm-10:29 am

2 stops18h 34m

$208

San JoseTampa

SJC - TPA

SJCTPA

San Jose

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-11:31 pm

1 stop13h 31m

Tampa

Wed 2/25

8:50 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$213

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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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 January 6, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Tampa at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 January 3, 2026.

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.

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 15 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 Frontier, Breeze Airways, and Southwest fly from California to Tampa in about 5h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 10m. 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 $61. Users have also found prices from $66 and $81 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 (89%), United Airlines (87%), WestJet( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Tampa) can be booked for $157 on average, our data indicates $471 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$66Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$188Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$217Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$224Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$254Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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