HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Tampa

$76+ 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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Irvine 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.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Tampa are usually found in August or September, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$76
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$389
From Irvine to Tampa
Search Deals
One-way flight from Irvine to Tampa
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Irvine to Tampa

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 July 31, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/911:47 amLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 29mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/176:15 amTPA - LAX
1 stop8h 18mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/31$202
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/1310:23 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/215:45 amTPA - LAX
1 stop13h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/96:15 amLAX - TPA
1 stop20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/246:15 amTPA - LAX
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$211

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 31, 2025.
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

Sat 8/9

11:47 am-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Tampa

Sun 8/17

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 18m

$202

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

10:23 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop10h 51m

Tampa

Sun 9/21

5:45 am-4:29 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$204

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 8/9

6:15 am-5:28 am

1 stop20h 13m

Tampa

Sun 8/24

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 18m

$211

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

10:23 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$76

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

12:22 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$80

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Irvine 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 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 July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Tampa is 59 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Irvine to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Tampa as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to TPA are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways and Spirit 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.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,049 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

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 4 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 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, 20 users have taken a look at flights from Irvine to Tampa.

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

    Consider Virgin Australia (98%), United Airlines (95%) or Air France (90%) 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 $198. On average you can expect to pay $687. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Tampa), can usually be booked for $140.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Irvine to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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
Spring Hill
Saint Pete Beach
Largo
Seminole
Wesley Chapel
New Port Richey
Port Richey
Tarpon Springs
Oldsmar
Holmes Beach
Ruskin
Dunedin
Safety Harbor
Palm Harbor
Temple Terrace
Zephyrhills
Crystal River
Indian Rocks Beach
Anna Maria

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 Irvine to Tampa

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Los Angeles to Miami flights
Los Angeles to Orlando flights
Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale flights
San Francisco to Miami flights
Ontario to Miami flights
Burbank to Fort Lauderdale flights
San Francisco to Orlando flights
Ontario to Orlando flights
Santa Ana to Fort Lauderdale flights
Los Angeles to Tampa flights
San Diego to Orlando flights
San Diego to Miami flights
San Francisco to Fort Lauderdale flights
Las Vegas to Orlando flights
Ontario to Fort Lauderdale flights
Santa Ana to Orlando flights
Burbank to Miami flights
Santa Ana to Miami flights
Los Angeles to West Palm Beach flights
Las Vegas to Fort Lauderdale flights
San Diego to Fort Lauderdale flights
San Francisco to Tampa flights
Burbank to Orlando flights
San Diego to Tampa flights
Oakland to Fort Lauderdale flights
Sacramento to Orlando flights
Los Angeles to Orlando Sanford Intl flights
Sacramento to Miami flights
San Jose to Orlando flights
Oakland to Orlando flights
Sacramento to Fort Lauderdale flights
Ontario to Tampa flights
Las Vegas to Tampa flights
Las Vegas to Miami flights
San Jose to Fort Lauderdale flights
San Jose to Miami flights
Ontario to West Palm Beach flights
Los Angeles to Fort Myers flights
Oakland to Miami flights
Burbank to Tampa flights
Sacramento to West Palm Beach flights
Santa Ana to Tampa flights
San Francisco to West Palm Beach flights
Los Angeles to Sarasota flights
Sacramento to Tampa flights
Fresno to Orlando flights
San Francisco to Fort Myers flights
Ontario to Jacksonville flights
Los Angeles to Pensacola flights
San Francisco to Jacksonville flights

Top 7 airlines flying from Irvine to Tampa

Discover the top 7 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$122Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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.