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$78+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Tampa (CAE - 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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — TPA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to Tampa are usually found in August or July, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$133
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$424
From Columbia Metropolitan to Tampa
One-way flight from Columbia Metropolitan to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Columbia to Tampa

Cheapest flights from Columbia to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/2511:39 amCAE - TPA
1 stop7h 34mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/296:00 amTPA - CAE
1 stop4h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$133
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/313:08 pmCAE - TPA
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/45:40 amTPA - CAE
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$164
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/810:10 amCAE - TPA
1 stop3h 31mDelta
Tue 10/215:55 amTPA - CAE
1 stop3h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/2$279

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Tampa that are best for you.

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Columbia

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 8/25

11:39 am-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Tampa

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

$133

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/31

3:08 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Tampa

Mon 8/4

5:40 am-3:42 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$164

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 8/26

7:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Tampa

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-9:31 am

1 stop3h 31m

$293

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Mon 7/28

4:37 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$78

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 9/21

6:50 am-10:52 am

1 stop4h 02m

$203

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 7/12

4:37 pm-11:57 pm

3 stops31h 20m

$246

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 7/30

2:57 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 47m

$357

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Deals found on 6/30

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Tampa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbia to Tampa. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbia to Tampa, you should look to book at least 60 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 Columbia to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Columbia to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 CAE to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia 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 July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbia to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbia 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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbia to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to Tampa round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbia to Tampa is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $133 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $293. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 72% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $203 and $357 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Columbia to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Columbia to Tampa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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