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$71+ Cheap flights from Houston 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.
HOU — TPA
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/151:58 pm
IAH
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TPA
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Sun 5/172:00 pm
TPA
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IAH
Nonstop2h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/287:48 pm
IAH
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TPA
1 stop10h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/311:40 am
TPA
-
IAH
1 stop8h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:12 pm
IAH
-
TPA
1 stop5h 12m
Frontier
Thu 4/302:00 pm
TPA
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/36:07 pm
IAH
-
TPA
1 stop5h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/113:01 pm
TPA
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$125
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/99:03 pm
IAH
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 15m
Frontier
Mon 3/166:25 pm
TPA
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/116:00 pm
IAH
-
TPA
1 stop5h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/175:30 am
TPA
-
IAH
1 stop5h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Mon 3/99:03 pm
IAH
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/198:14 am
TPA
-
IAH
1 stop8h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$134
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/79:03 pm
IAH
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 15m
Frontier
Mon 3/96:25 pm
TPA
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/15:49 pm
IAH
-
TPA
1 stop12h 45m
Frontier
Mon 5/42:00 pm
TPA
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:07 pm
IAH
-
TPA
1 stop5h 18m
Frontier
Wed 3/185:30 am
TPA
-
IAH
1 stop18h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/46:07 pm
IAH
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TPA
1 stop5h 18m
Frontier
Tue 3/175:30 am
TPA
-
IAH
1 stop11h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$139
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/17:10 pm
HOU
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TPA
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Sat 4/45:45 am
TPA
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9$205

Find flight deals from Houston to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 February 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$122
(Super.com)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$333
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Tampa that are best for you.

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HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/17

1:58 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Tampa

Tue 4/21

8:44 am-5:33 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$151

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-12:26 am

1 stop17h 26m

Tampa

Tue 4/28

7:50 pm-5:03 pm

1 stop22h 13m

$151

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/23

4:27 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Tampa

Mon 4/27

6:30 am-2:47 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$160

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/17

5:34 pm-12:26 am

1 stop5h 52m

Tampa

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-10:01 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$160

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

6:15 am-6:03 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Tampa

Mon 3/2

8:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$160

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

3:27 pm-6:42 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Tampa

Tue 3/17

5:30 am-4:22 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$161

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/24

9:27 am-8:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Tampa

Mon 4/27

7:25 am-5:13 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$181

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/1

5:49 pm-7:34 am

1 stop12h 45m

Tampa

Sun 5/3

8:41 pm-8:46 am

2 stops13h 05m

$197

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/27

5:45 am-5:27 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Tampa

Wed 6/3

9:59 am-8:32 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$204

HoustonTampa

IAH - TPA

IAHTPA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/14

2:20 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Tampa

Tue 3/17

11:40 am-1:21 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$205

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Tampa

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Tampa. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Tampa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Tampa (average of $40). Flying from Houston to Tampa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $72). 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 HOU to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 February 12, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Houston to Tampa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Tampa. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

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

How often are flights from Houston to Tampa delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Houston and Tampa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Houston to Tampa flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Houston to Tampa flights

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Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

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 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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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Ramsey Qubein

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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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 February 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Tampa, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,448 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,283 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tampa from Houston. Booking flights from Houston to Tampa (TPA) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily inbound flight from Houston from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Tampa?

    For as low as $213, Frontier can have you in Tampa from Houston in 2h. The distance between Houston and Tampa is about 779 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 Houston to Tampa round-trip?

    Frontier, at $47, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Frontier is 75% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $30. Users have also found prices from $40 and $78 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Tampa?

    On average you can expect to pay $295 for a flight from Houston to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $106 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Tampa) is currently priced at $119.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Tampa (average of $40). Flying from Houston to Tampa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $72). 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Tampa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$47Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$169Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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