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$130+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/179:31 pm
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop8h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/256:17 pm
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/95:14 pm
LAX
-
TPA
2 stops21h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/129:55 pm
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/171:05 am
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop18h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/206:38 pm
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/118:20 am
LAX
-
TPA
2 stops13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/139:55 pm
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/116:20 am
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop8h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/127:11 pm
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/131:05 am
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/169:55 pm
TPA
-
LAX
2 stops26h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$230
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/116:20 am
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop26h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/189:39 am
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop13h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/251:51 pm
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop18h 47m
Frontier
Sun 3/15:25 am
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 1/29$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 2/1511:59 pm
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop28h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/187:00 am
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop16h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/57:55 pm
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop12h 58m
Frontier
Mon 2/95:44 pm
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop22h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$235
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/712:46 pm
LAX
-
TPA
1 stop7h 42m
Frontier
Wed 3/115:30 am
TPA
-
LAX
1 stop10h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 1/29$236

Find flight deals from Irvine to Tampa

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Round-trip from

$225
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One-way from

$130
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August

Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

11:59 pm-10:57 am

1 stop7h 58m

Tampa

Sat 3/21

6:17 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$225

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Fri 2/20

10:20 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Tampa

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-9:41 am

Nonstop5h 41m

$287

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

1:50 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Tampa

Mon 2/23

10:30 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$287

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Wed 3/25

10:25 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Tampa

Sun 3/29

7:40 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

$287

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

12:25 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 49m

Tampa

Tue 2/24

12:04 pm-2:53 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$297

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

4:00 pm-1:15 am

1 stop6h 15m

Tampa

Thu 4/2

9:15 am-11:55 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$297

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

10:20 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Tampa

Tue 4/21

7:38 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$307

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 3/26

7:20 am-2:45 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Tampa

Sun 3/29

5:10 am-9:35 am

1 stop7h 25m

$322

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

8:30 am-4:07 pm

Nonstop4h 37m

Tampa

Wed 2/18

12:04 pm-2:53 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$327

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

6:50 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Tampa

Sun 3/1

3:25 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$337

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Tampa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Tampa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Tampa. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Tampa is 76 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 Irvine to Tampa?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Tampa (average of $69). Flying from Irvine to Tampa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 IR9 to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 January 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Irvine to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

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 January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Irvine 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Tampa (TPA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Irvine to Tampa. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tampa from Irvine; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Tampa airport from Irvine. It is only a 4.9 mi journey from Tampa (TPA) to Tampa’s city center.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Tampa flight route?

    Within the past month, 18 users have taken a look at flights from Irvine to Tampa.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Tampa?

    A quick flight from Irvine to Tampa can take about 4h 20m. Breeze Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $287. There are 2152 mi between Irvine and Tampa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $66 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways, with prices starting from $66 and $81, respectively.

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

    Consider Air France (88%), United Airlines (87%) or WestJet (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Tampa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Tampa?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Tampa is $144. On average you can expect to pay $846. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Tampa), can usually be booked for $136.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Tampa (average of $69). Flying from Irvine to Tampa in January is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 8 airlines flying from Irvine to Tampa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$112Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$114Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$278Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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