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$60+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — TPA
Touko 6 — Touko 131
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Tampa

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on huhtikuu 6, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
la 4/255:09 pm
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 39m
Spirit Airlines
ti 4/283:53 pm
TPA
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ORD
2 stops19h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5$129
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
la 4/185:09 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 39m
Spirit Airlines
ti 4/216:02 pm
TPA
-
ORD
2 stops16h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
to 4/3011:28 am
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop4h 29m
Spirit Airlines
su 5/34:18 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/4$131
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
to 4/2311:28 am
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop4h 29m
Spirit Airlines
to 4/303:53 pm
TPA
-
ORD
2 stops19h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/5$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
to 4/162:15 pm
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop25h 42m
Multiple Airlines
ma 4/206:02 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
to 4/2311:28 am
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop4h 29m
Spirit Airlines
ma 4/276:02 pm
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop17h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$133
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
ke 4/228:52 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 37m
Multiple Airlines
su 4/268:00 am
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop16h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
ke 4/222:15 pm
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop25h 42m
Multiple Airlines
ti 4/286:02 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
ke 5/68:30 am
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
ke 5/139:46 pm
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop26h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
pe 5/14:58 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 58m
Multiple Airlines
su 5/34:18 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
to 4/232:15 pm
MDW
-
TPA
1 stop9h 11m
Frontier
ke 4/298:44 am
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop11h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
to 4/3011:28 am
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop4h 29m
Spirit Airlines
pe 5/18:31 pm
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop4h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/4$137

Find flight deals from Illinois to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated huhtikuu 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$60
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$56 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Tampa flight deals.
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From Illinois to Tampa
One-way flight from Illinois to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Tampa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Tampa.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 huhtikuu 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Tampa that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

ti 4/28

9:20 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

ti 5/5

10:35 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$169
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

ti 6/2

4:45 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

la 6/6

5:30 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$184

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ke 5/6

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Tampa

ti 5/12

11:35 am-9:55 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$184

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

la 6/6

8:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Tampa

ke 6/17

7:27 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$190

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

la 6/6

11:05 am-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Tampa

ke 6/10

9:55 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$194

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ke 5/6

10:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Tampa

ke 5/13

10:10 am-6:25 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$194

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

to 4/30

5:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

ma 5/4

7:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$199

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

la 5/16

9:15 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

la 5/16

3:20 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$199

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

ma 5/4

5:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

la 5/9

6:55 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$199

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ti 4/28

11:55 am-10:00 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Tampa

ti 5/5

10:10 am-6:25 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Tampa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Tampa (average of $49). Flying from Illinois to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $107). 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 IL to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 huhtikuu 6, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to Tampa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Tampa. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 huhtikuu 6, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Tampa?

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Illinois to Tampa, you will be flying into Tampa. Tampa (TPA) is just 4.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Tampa?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Illinois to Tampa in just under 2h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 16m. The distance from Illinois to Tampa is about 998 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 to fly from Illinois to Tampa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $42. Users have also found prices from $47 and $78 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Tampa?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Tampa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Tampa are Lufthansa (80%), Brussels Airlines (80%) and ANA (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $69. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $77 on average, our data indicates $470 when flying from Illinois to Tampa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Tampa (average of $49). Flying from Illinois to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $107). 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 Illinois to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 huhtikuu 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$119Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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