HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Tampa

$49+ 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — TPA
Mar 20 — Mar 271
Fri 3/20
Fri 3/27
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Illinois to Tampa with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 February 18, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Mon 3/22:13 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 06m
Frontier
Fri 3/65:30 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$117
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 3/28:16 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop10h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/63:01 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15$118
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sat 3/78:16 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop9h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/118:30 am
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15$119
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/102:43 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 06m
Frontier
Sat 3/149:41 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Thu 5/141:12 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop8h 50m
Frontier
Fri 5/159:51 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$121
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/410:19 am
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/108:30 am
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/16$122
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/112:43 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/164:23 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$123
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/274:38 pm
ORD
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/296:00 am
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$124
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/58:16 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop10h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1011:00 am
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$125
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/24:42 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop6h 43m
Frontier
Tue 3/1011:00 am
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$126
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/163:30 pm
MDW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/196:00 pm
TPA
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/15$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/118:16 pm
ORD
-
TPA
1 stop10h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/186:46 pm
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop5h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/15$127

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 February 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$49
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$271

Good round-trip deal

$159 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Tampa flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Tampa flights.
Search Deals
From Illinois to Tampa
Search Deals
One-way flight from Illinois to Tampa
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Tampa.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Tampa.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

3:55 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

Tampa

Sat 3/7

7:15 am-9:21 am

Nonstop3h 06m

$156

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

8:24 pm-12:26 am

Nonstop3h 02m

Tampa

Mon 5/25

6:39 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 35m

$156

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/16

5:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Tue 5/19

7:15 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$157

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

6:19 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Tampa

Tue 4/7

6:16 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$184

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

10:19 am-2:06 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Tampa

Sun 3/8

10:15 pm-12:24 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$188

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

8:15 am-3:48 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Tampa

Tue 4/28

5:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop4h 20m

$197

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

8:15 am-3:48 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Tampa

Wed 4/29

6:10 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 09m

$197

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/19

5:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

Fri 4/24

6:30 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$197

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

7:21 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 49m

Tampa

Wed 3/18

7:15 am-9:21 am

Nonstop3h 06m

$197

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/16

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Tampa

Sat 5/23

5:49 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$197

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/17

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

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.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 February 18, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to Tampa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% 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 February 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Tampa flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 February 18, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

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?

    United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Illinois to Tampa in just under 2h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 35m. 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 $38. Users have also found prices from $43 and $71 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Tampa consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa, Chicago Midway - Tampa or Lambert-St Louis - Tampa as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Tampa are Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (85%) and Southwest (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $75 on average, our data indicates $532 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Tampa?

Book flights to Tampa if you plan to visit one of these locations
St. Petersburg
Saint Pete Beach
Spring Hill
Tarpon Springs
Brandon
Seminole
Oldsmar
Wesley Chapel
Ruskin
Palm Harbor
Treasure Island
Zephyrhills
Largo
Safety Harbor
New Port Richey
Dunedin
Anna Maria
Holmes Beach
Port Richey
Crystal River

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Illinois to Tampa

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
John F Kennedy Intl to Fort Lauderdale flights
Newark to Fort Lauderdale flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Miami flights
Newark to Miami flights
LaGuardia to Miami flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Orlando flights
LaGuardia to Fort Lauderdale flights
Newark to West Palm Beach flights
John F Kennedy Intl to West Palm Beach flights
Newark to Orlando flights
Newark to Tampa flights
LaGuardia to Orlando flights
Baltimore to Fort Lauderdale flights
Boston to Fort Lauderdale flights
Boston to Miami flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Orlando flights
Dulles Intl to Miami flights
Baltimore to Miami flights
Reagan-National to Miami flights
LaGuardia to Tampa flights
LaGuardia to West Palm Beach flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Tampa flights
Boston to Tampa flights
Dulles Intl to Orlando flights
Boston to Orlando flights
Philadelphia to Orlando flights
Minneapolis to Orlando flights
Detroit to Fort Lauderdale flights
Philadelphia to Miami flights
Philadelphia to Tampa flights
O'Hare Intl to Fort Lauderdale flights
Baltimore to Orlando flights
Newark to Fort Myers flights
Philadelphia to Fort Lauderdale flights
Minneapolis to Fort Myers flights
Cleveland to Orlando flights
O'Hare Intl to Orlando flights
O'Hare Intl to Tampa flights
Reagan-National to Orlando flights
O'Hare Intl to Miami flights
Los Angeles to Orlando flights
Los Angeles to Miami flights
Dulles Intl to Fort Lauderdale flights
Detroit to Orlando flights
Atlanta to Miami flights
Detroit to Tampa flights
Boston to West Palm Beach flights
Dulles Intl to Tampa flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Miami flights
Boston to Fort Myers flights

Top 8 airlines flying from Illinois to Tampa

Discover the top 8 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 February 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$52Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$61Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$87Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
JetBlueCheapest$119Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.