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$75+ Cheap flights from Dallas 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — TPA
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Tampa are usually found in September or August, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Tampa

Cheapest flights from Dallas to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 22, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/288:17 pm
DFW
-
TPA
1 stop10h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/223:53 pm
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop8h 16m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$171
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/45:20 am
DFW
-
TPA
1 stop11h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/1310:54 pm
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop11h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$172
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:30 am
DFW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Mon 6/14:46 pm
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$173
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/92:31 pm
DFW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Sat 4/186:44 pm
TPA
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$174
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/182:15 pm
DFW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 34m
Frontier
Thu 4/235:01 am
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop12h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$175
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/25:20 am
DFW
-
TPA
1 stop11h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/97:00 pm
TPA
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$176
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Fri 4/37:35 pm
DFW
-
TPA
1 stop10h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/46:46 pm
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$177
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:00 am
DFW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Fri 4/175:48 pm
TPA
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$178
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:00 am
DFW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Mon 4/138:29 am
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop9h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Fri 4/172:22 pm
DFW
-
TPA
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Sun 4/197:25 am
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop12h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Tue 5/1910:30 am
DFW
-
TPA
1 stop9h 39m
Frontier
Fri 6/52:25 pm
TPA
-
DFW
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$181
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:00 am
DAL
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TPA
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Tue 4/217:35 pm
TPA
-
DAL
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/17$275

Find flight deals from Dallas to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 March 22, 2026.

Round-trip from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$75
(Super.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$304
From Dallas to Tampa
One-way flight from Dallas to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($27 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 March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas 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 March 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas to Tampa that are best for you.

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DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Thu 5/14

8:10 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Mon 5/18

5:45 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$279

DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 5/2

6:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Sat 5/9

6:25 am-8:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$279

DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Thu 4/30

8:10 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Mon 5/4

5:10 am-9:05 am

1 stop4h 55m

$289

DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 7/18

6:00 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Tampa

Tue 7/21

9:40 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$289

DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

Tampa

Tue 4/21

9:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$290

DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Wed 4/15

1:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Tampa

Mon 4/20

5:10 am-9:05 am

1 stop4h 55m

$292

DallasTampa

DAL - TPA

DALTPA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 4/18

3:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Tampa

Mon 4/20

5:10 am-9:05 am

1 stop4h 55m

$294

DallasTampa

DFW - TPA

DFWTPA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/20

7:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Tampa

Tue 5/26

5:46 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$295

DallasTampa

DFW - TPA

DFWTPA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/20

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Tampa

Sat 6/6

9:58 am-1:57 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$299

DallasTampa

DFW - TPA

DFWTPA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 7/25

1:25 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Tampa

Mon 7/27

6:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

$299

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Dallas with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas to Tampa

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

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

The best time to book flights from Dallas to Tampa is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Tampa (average of $57). Flying from Dallas to Tampa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $110). 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 DFW to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 March 22, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dallas to Tampa at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas 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 March 22, 2026.

The most flights from A78 to TPA are scheduled on a Saturday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

How often are flights from Dallas to Tampa delayed?

About 26% of weekly flights between Dallas and Tampa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dallas to Tampa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dallas to Tampa flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Dallas to Tampa flights

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Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

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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Expert on Spirit Airlines

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on TPA

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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Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Paul Rubio

Expert on DAL

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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 March 22, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Dallas to Tampa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Dallas 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 29 inbound flights from Dallas per day. 7 airlines have flights to Tampa from Dallas on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Dallas to Tampa?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Dallas to Tampa in just under 2h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 10m. The distance from Dallas to Tampa is about 916 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 Dallas to Tampa round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dallas to Tampa round-trip from $71. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $83, and Delta, from $126. Users have found that Frontier is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dallas to Tampa are Spirit Airlines ($42), Frontier ($45), and Southwest ($79).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas 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 Dallas to Tampa on time: GOL (81%), Frontier (77%), American Airlines (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Tampa?

    On average you can expect to pay $247 for a flight from Dallas to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $75 while the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Tampa) is currently priced at $147.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Tampa (average of $57). Flying from Dallas to Tampa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $110). 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 Dallas to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 March 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$126Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$134Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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