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$47+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa (DTW - TPA)

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DTW — TPA
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Tampa are usually found in February or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$95
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$47
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$199

Good round-trip deal

$133 or less

Good one-way deal

$92 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:50 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/75:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$95
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:55 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/1012:43 pmTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$96
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 10/287:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/612:43 pmTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 10/257:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/45:35 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/249:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/295:35 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$99
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Wed 10/87:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/117:00 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$100
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1810:41 pmTPA - DTW
1 stop11h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:05 amDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/145:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/298:25 amTPA - DTW
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/288:25 amTPA - DTW
1 stop23h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$104
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:50 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/117:00 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/267:05 amDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/81:00 pmTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$107

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa that are best for you.

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DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

9:00 am-11:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

12:43 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$96

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

6:07 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

12:43 pm-3:22 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$125

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

6:07 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Tampa

Wed 11/19

8:25 am-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$144

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

3:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Tampa

Wed 12/17

3:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$157

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-4:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Tampa

Wed 11/12

6:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$162

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/17

5:40 am-1:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Tampa

Wed 1/14

7:10 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$167

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

6:40 am-1:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Tampa

Fri 11/7

6:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 00m

$173

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

5:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Tampa

Wed 11/5

4:15 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$173

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/22

12:16 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Tampa

Mon 10/27

2:00 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$184

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

7:00 am-4:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Tampa

Mon 12/15

2:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$184

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

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


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

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's Discount Den offers Kids Fly Free; check limitations for best deals.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
DTW

At DTW, security wait times are short, usually under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal and 15 minutes at Evans Terminal.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
TPA

For a quick exit at TPA, use the Blue Express Curbside for passengers without checked bags.

Read more about TPAby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

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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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

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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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on 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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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Tampa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Tampa. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 DTW to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 19, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Tampa. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 September 19, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,030 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,171 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Tampa?

    If you wish to fly to Tampa from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Tampa. There are 11 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Tampa (TPA) per day to choose from. Flights to Tampa from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 29m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Tampa typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa in 2h 38m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Frontier, or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 985 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Tampa. 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa round-trip?

    Frontier, at $84, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air. Frontier is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa are Spirit Airlines (89%), WestJet (85%) and Korean Air (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa is generally $312, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $45. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Tampa), you can expect to pay $76 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 Detroit to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$112Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$145Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$172Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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