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$54+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Tampa (TPA)

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CHI — TPA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Tampa are usually found in January or April, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Tampa (TPA). 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$197

Good round-trip deal

$147 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
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From Chicago (CHI) to Tampa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($0 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/164:22 pmORD - TPA
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Sat 12/2010:19 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 12mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$106
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 11/136:30 amMDW - TPA
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:41 pmTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$106
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sun 11/97:05 amORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 44mFrontier
Thu 11/136:10 amTPA - ORD
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$107
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:57 pmMDW - TPA
Nonstop2h 35mFrontier
Mon 11/1710:41 pmTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/256:00 amORD - TPA
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Wed 12/315:45 amTPA - ORD
1 stop17h 39mFrontier
Deal found 10/25$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/112:18 pmORD - TPA
Nonstop3h 12mFrontier
Sun 12/141:55 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/181:56 pmMDW - TPA
1 stop4h 31mFrontier
Wed 11/198:25 amTPA - MDW
1 stop5h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$109
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/1011:24 amORD - TPA
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Wed 11/127:50 amTPA - ORD
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 11/106:30 amMDW - TPA
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Sat 11/158:30 amTPA - MDW
1 stop11h 09mFrontier
Deal found 10/25$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/171:56 pmORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 43mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/208:35 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$112
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Fri 11/145:57 pmMDW - TPA
Nonstop2h 35mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:41 pmTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/25$112
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/1212:15 pmORD - TPA
Nonstop3h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/1310:41 amTPA - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$114

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Tampa that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Tampa

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Depart

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ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/19

7:10 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

4:30 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$179

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

1:45 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Tampa

Thu 1/15

5:35 am-1:00 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$182

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

11:05 am-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Tampa

Sat 1/24

5:57 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$197

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

11:05 am-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Tampa

Sat 1/24

11:45 am-4:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$197

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/2

12:50 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Tampa

Sat 12/6

6:05 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$197

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/10

5:29 pm-12:19 am

1 stop5h 50m

Tampa

Mon 12/15

7:06 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$197

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/11

12:48 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Tampa

Wed 2/25

4:45 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$197

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

2:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

12:45 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$198

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

5:20 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Sat 11/15

7:05 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$204

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/8

9:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Tampa

Sat 11/15

4:55 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$210

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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 Chicago to Tampa in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Chicago-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Tampa. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Tampa, you should look to book at least 32 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tampa (average of $42). Flying from Chicago to Tampa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $83). 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 CHI to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 October 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Tampa. Price data was last updated on October 19, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 October 27, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to TPA are scheduled on a Sunday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

The best insider tips for Chicago to Tampa flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Tampa trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat for added comfort.


Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on, seat selection, and no change fees.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra fees.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for a more comfortable flight experience.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, useful for family travel or upgrades.

Airports
ORD

Avoid traffic by taking the “L” train to ORD, which connects the city center to the airport efficiently.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Use the airport’s mobile system to order food directly to your gate, saving time and ensuring you don't miss boarding.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
TPA

Use Blue Express Curbside for quick pickup if you don't have checked bags, avoiding baggage claim crowds.

Read more about TPAby Ramsey Qubein
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD, MDW and TPA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Tampa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Chicago to Tampa Travel Guide

When you need an escape from the Windy City, head to Tampa for a balmy South Florida getaway complete with dolphin viewing cruises, amusement parks, and animal rescue centers. Numerous direct flights travel from Chicago to Tampa daily, and with a flight of around two and a half hours, the sunny streets of Tampa are practically on your doorstep already.

Most flights headed to the South Florida city land in Tampa International Airport, the area's major airport located just west of downtown Tampa. You can also find a few options when flying to nearby international airports such as Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. A number of regional and municipal airports also serve the Tampa Bay area, but choices are generally more limited.

While Chicago is a symbol of big-city entertainment, Tampa offers up its own appeal with bay cruises and Art Deco buildings along palm tree-lined streets. Enjoy family-friendly thrills at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, explore the Big Cat Rescue, or stroll down Bayshore Boulevard. Plus, when the temperatures drop in Chicago, Tampa is the perfect escape with January temps hovering around 70 degrees F. Wondering how to get around Tampa? Chicago may have its Metro train system, but the TECO Line streetcar system offers a fun, nostalgic way to travel between Tampa attractions.

The bay paradise of Tampa boasts a warm climate and entertainment for all ages, so what's stopping you? Use our smart search engine to find your ideal flight from Chicago to Tampa.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Which airlines operate flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    A couple of airlines operate the route between Chicago and Tampa. The airlines include Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines, American Airways, Silver Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue Airlines operate the routes. However, using brands that are vocal and committed to their sustainability initiatives is an excellent move. Delta Airlines has been strict about its dedication to providing a greener travel industry. The brand has an anti-plastic policy requiring passengers not to carry plastic water bottles. Delta uses boxed water instead of plastic water bottles.

  • Which airports serve Chicago and Tampa?

    When traveling from Chicago to Tampa, you'll likely fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and into Tampa Airport (TPA). However, other airports are servicing the two more sustainable destinations. O'Hare International Airport is very busy with many flights. Potentially, there are higher carbon emissions. Midway International Airport has fewer flights. So, there are fewer carbon emissions. Traveling from Midway is more sustainable. The airport has a sustainability policy, like limiting the number of vehicles accessing its premises to reduce its carbon footprint.

  • Which hotels are available near Tampa Airport?

    Travelers making their late arrival at Tampa Airport can sleep at one of the many hotels near the airport. Arriving passengers can book economy guest rooms at Tampa Bay, Tampa Marriott waterside, or Hyatt House Tampa Airport. However, visit Hotel Alba Tampa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, for sustainability. The hotel has an anti-plastic policy and encourages guests to reuse their linen.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Tampa generally lasts from two hours and 10 minutes to just over two and a half hours. If you're booking a flight with a connection in another city, expect to add around two hours to your travel time.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    American Airlines, United, Spirit and Alaska Airlines all offer direct flights to Tampa from Chicago O'Hare. Southwest Airlines also boasts nonstop service to Tampa from Midway International Airport.

  • How frequent are flights between Chicago and Tampa?

    The nine daily nonstop and three connecting flights from LAX to Guadalajara begin departing at 12:15 a.m. The last flight of the day leaves Los Angeles at 8:30 p.m.

  • Which airports serve Chicago and Tampa?

    You have two major options when booking a flight from Chicago to Tampa: Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport. O'Hare is a major flight hub located 17 miles from downtown Chicago, offering the widest range of travel options. Midway International Airport is a smaller airport 10 miles from the city center.

  • Which direct flight route between Chicago and Tampa is cheapest?

    For the best nonstop travel deals, look for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Book during the low season from June to August for even lower prices.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Tampa from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Tampa, you will be flying into Tampa. Tampa (TPA) is just 4.9 mi from the center of the city. Tampa is the only Tampa airport and it handles 24 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 7 airlines have flights to Tampa from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Tampa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Tampa in 2h 35m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or JetBlue to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 998 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Tampa, with prices starting at $51. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air, with the lowest prices starting at $75 and $128, respectively. Frontier is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Tampa are Frontier ($55), Spirit Airlines ($70), and United Airlines ($79).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Tampa on time: SWISS (88%), United Airlines (85%), Air New Zealand (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $69 on average, our data indicates $377 when flying from Chicago to Tampa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tampa (average of $42). Flying from Chicago to Tampa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $83). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$51Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$128Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

Helpful tips for your next trip to Tampa

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Tampa. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Passengers traveling from Chicago to Tampa have several airports they can travel from. Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport are a few of them. However, Midway International Airport is more sustainable. It's smaller and hence emits less carbon into the environment.
  • Travelers flying from Chicago to Tampa through Chicago O'Hare International Airport should use the public bus to access the airport because the airport doesn't encourage passengers to use their vehicles to reduce their carbon footprint.
  • When traveling to Tampa through O’Hare International Airport, book direct flights. Before the departure, purchase enough food for your travel. In this case, go for local and organic foodstuffs.

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