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$74+ 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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Tampa

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 20, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/218:21 am
ONT
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TPA
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Wed 3/411:55 am
TPA
-
ONT
1 stop12h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$164
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Tue 2/37:30 am
LAS
-
TPA
1 stop8h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/106:15 am
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop8h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/18$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 2/218:21 am
ONT
-
TPA
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Sat 2/283:34 pm
TPA
-
ONT
2 stops19h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/17$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2311:59 pm
LAS
-
TPA
1 stop15h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/283:34 pm
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop11h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 pm
LAS
-
TPA
1 stop7h 58m
Breeze Airways
Tue 2/106:15 am
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop8h 28m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 1/17$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2411:41 pm
LAS
-
TPA
2 stops14h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/283:34 pm
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop11h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$177
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Thu 2/512:00 pm
LAS
-
TPA
1 stop23h 20m
Frontier
Mon 2/98:30 am
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop18h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/17$179
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/317:15 am
ONT
-
TPA
1 stop25h 38m
Frontier
Sat 2/145:44 pm
TPA
-
ONT
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/17$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 2/196:05 am
ONT
-
TPA
1 stop26h 33m
Frontier
Thu 2/265:44 pm
TPA
-
ONT
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$181
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/195:30 am
LAS
-
TPA
1 stop27h 08m
Frontier
Wed 2/254:12 pm
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop9h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 2/215:30 am
LAS
-
TPA
1 stop6h 23m
Frontier
Wed 2/253:30 pm
TPA
-
LAS
1 stop11h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/17$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/218:21 am
ONT
-
TPA
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Mon 2/235:44 pm
TPA
-
ONT
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$185

Find 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 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$164
(Expedia)

One-way from

$74
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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One-way flight from California to Tampa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Tampa that are best for you.

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California

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Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Wed 2/11

11:10 am-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Tampa

Wed 2/25

4:05 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$207

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Tue 2/17

1:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Tampa

Tue 3/3

6:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$212

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/30

12:59 am-5:50 am

1 stop25h 51m

Tampa

Mon 4/6

1:57 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops12h 07m

$222

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Sat 6/6

6:15 am-5:44 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Tampa

Wed 6/10

7:15 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 52m

$223

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/31

11:59 pm-10:57 am

1 stop7h 58m

Tampa

Sat 4/4

8:10 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$227

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Fri 4/17

10:30 pm-11:09 am

1 stop9h 39m

Tampa

Mon 4/20

5:07 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$227

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Tue 2/10

6:25 am-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Tampa

Tue 2/17

5:35 am-12:20 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$227

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/23

6:06 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Tampa

Fri 2/27

5:43 pm-8:41 am

1 stop17h 58m

$228

San DiegoTampa

SAN - TPA

SANTPA

San Diego

Tue 2/17

1:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Tampa

Mon 2/23

3:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$232

Las VegasTampa

LAS - TPA

LASTPA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/12

11:59 pm-4:03 pm

1 stop13h 04m

Tampa

Tue 3/17

4:28 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$234

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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 $177). 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 20, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Tampa at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% 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 17, 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.

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 January 20, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 Southwest, United Airlines, and Breeze Airways fly from California to Tampa in about 7h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 54m. California and Tampa are separated by a distance of 2082 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 Ontario - 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: Air France (88%), United Airlines (87%), WestJet( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $144. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Tampa) can be booked for $158 on average, our data indicates $530 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 $177). 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 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$66Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$112Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$153Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$199Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$213Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$254Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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