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$65+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — TPA
kwi 19 — kwi 261
ndz. 4/19
ndz. 4/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Marzec 20, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
pt. 4/107:14 pm
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop10h 36m
Frontier
śr. 4/158:41 pm
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop22h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$187
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
pt. 9/187:35 pm
CMH
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 27m
Breeze Airways
pon. 9/214:33 pm
TPA
-
CMH
Nonstop2h 22m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/16$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
ndz. 4/128:03 pm
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
śr. 4/158:31 pm
TPA
-
CMH
2 stops18h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
pt. 6/56:50 pm
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop4h 09m
Breeze Airways
wt. 6/98:00 am
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop4h 22m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/17$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
sob. 4/117:32 pm
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop4h 54m
Frontier
śr. 4/158:41 pm
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop22h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$191
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
pt. 8/1410:10 am
CMH
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 17m
Breeze Airways
sob. 8/221:56 pm
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop4h 20m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 3/16$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
pon. 4/610:40 am
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop7h 01m
Multiple Airlines
czw. 4/98:55 am
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop10h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
pt. 4/176:35 pm
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop5h 51m
Frontier
pt. 4/2410:21 pm
TPA
-
CMH
2 stops40h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
pt. 5/16:35 pm
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop5h 51m
Frontier
pon. 5/410:21 pm
TPA
-
CMH
2 stops18h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
wt. 4/710:40 am
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop7h 01m
Spirit Airlines
wt. 4/710:54 pm
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop10h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
pon. 4/139:57 pm
CMH
-
TPA
2 stops26h 29m
Frontier
czw. 4/165:30 am
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop9h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
sob. 4/2510:24 am
CMH
-
TPA
1 stop8h 21m
Multiple Airlines
ndz. 5/36:02 pm
TPA
-
CMH
1 stop17h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$198

Find flight deals from Columbus to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 Marzec 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$187
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$425
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 Marzec 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Tampa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

śr. 4/22

6:03 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Tampa

sob. 5/2

5:55 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 48m

$295

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

śr. 4/22

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Tampa

śr. 4/29

6:50 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$299

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

śr. 6/10

3:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Tampa

śr. 6/17

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$328
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

sob. 4/18

5:35 am-7:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Tampa

sob. 4/25

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$331

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

pon. 6/8

4:15 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 00m

Tampa

wt. 6/16

9:40 am-5:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$333

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

sob. 4/25

3:15 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Tampa

pon. 4/27

5:40 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$341

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

śr. 6/3

12:05 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Tampa

śr. 6/10

7:35 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$346

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

sob. 6/6

5:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Tampa

sob. 6/13

2:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$356

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

czw. 5/28

8:00 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Tampa

ndz. 5/31

9:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$361

ColumbusTampa

CMH - TPA

CMHTPA

Columbus

pt. 5/29

4:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Tampa

śr. 6/3

6:50 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$361

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Tampa

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Tampa, you should look to book at least 38 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 Columbus to Tampa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Tampa (average of $53). Flying from Columbus to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 CMH to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 Marzec 20, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Tampa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Tampa flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 Marzec 20, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Tampa, such as Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,303 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,480 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,537 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,324 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Most people fly into Tampa (TPA) if they book a flight to Tampa from Columbus. On average, Tampa has 2 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 8 airlines. Tampa is conveniently located just 4.9 mi from Tampa’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Tampa?

    Departing from Columbus to Tampa will take you 4h 49m. The distance from Columbus to Tampa is about 830 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Frontier, at $80, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways. Frontier is 74% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $42 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $45 and Breeze Airways from $78 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Tampa?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Tampa is generally $317, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $143. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Tampa), you can expect to pay $145 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Columbus to Tampa?

    Most of the time, Columbus to Tampa flights that have layovers will stop in Charlotte.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame are the most popular attractions in Charlotte if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame can be visited by traveling about 8.2 mi, 5.8 mi, and 5.7 mi respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $50 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Columbus to Tampa flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Columbus to Tampa is Atlanta.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Tampa (average of $53). Flying from Columbus to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Tampa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 Marzec 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$94Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Allegiant AirCheapest$98Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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