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$87+ Cheap flights from Columbia to Tampa (CAE - TPA)

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CAE — TPA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to Tampa are usually found in August or July, booked 33 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$87
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$516
From Columbia Metropolitan to Tampa
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 8/14:37 pmCAE - TPA
1 stop16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/85:40 amTPA - CAE
1 stop10h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 8/24:37 pmCAE - TPA
1 stop3h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/63:39 pmTPA - CAE
1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/21:23 pmCAE - TPA
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Wed 8/65:20 amTPA - CAE
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/11$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/215:15 amCAE - TPA
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/258:37 amTPA - CAE
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/110:29 amCAE - TPA
1 stop24h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/811:00 amTPA - CAE
2 stops27h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$461

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to Tampa that are best for you.

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Return

Price

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 8/1

4:37 pm-9:27 am

1 stop16h 50m

Tampa

Fri 8/8

5:40 am-3:42 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$175

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/2

4:37 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Tampa

Wed 8/6

3:39 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop22h 39m

$177

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 8/2

1:23 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Tampa

Wed 8/6

5:20 am-9:11 am

1 stop3h 51m

$289

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 9/4

2:00 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Tampa

Mon 9/8

1:31 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$335

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 7/1

10:29 am-11:05 am

1 stop24h 36m

Tampa

Tue 7/8

11:00 am-2:22 pm

2 stops27h 22m

$461

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/24

3:08 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$87

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 6/27

5:41 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$93

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$129

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 6/28

6:40 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 01m

$242

ColumbiaTampa

CAE - TPA

CAETPA

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 6/25

2:54 pm-9:50 am

2 stops18h 56m

$335

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Columbia to Tampa

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbia to Tampa, you should look to book at least 33 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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbia to Tampa have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 $175 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $289 and $335 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 63% 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 $93. Users have also found prices from $129 and $242 on American Airlines and Delta, 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$291Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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