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$137+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Jan 16 — Jan 231
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Cheap 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 December 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/292:07 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/75:05 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$267
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/308:37 amLAX - TPA
1 stop12h 49mFrontier
Sun 1/1110:48 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop12h 49mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:58 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Thu 1/85:47 pmTPA - LAX
2 stops16h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/308:58 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop11h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/75:05 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:58 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/128:15 amTPA - LAX
2 stops9h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/248:37 amLAX - TPA
1 stop12h 49mFrontier
Thu 1/87:39 pmTPA - LAX
2 stops21h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/295:59 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:15 amTPA - LAX
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/3112:43 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/115:35 amTPA - LAX
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/3112:43 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/108:00 amTPA - LAX
2 stops10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:58 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:41 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop12h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/295:59 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/125:35 amTPA - LAX
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$279

Find flight deals from Irvine to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$266
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$137
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$439
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Tampa flight deals.
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From Irvine to Tampa
One-way flight from Irvine to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Tampa that are best for you.

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Irvine

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

10:15 am-5:49 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

Tampa

Thu 2/26

12:04 pm-2:53 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$270

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

10:15 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Tampa

Tue 2/17

7:31 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$270

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

7:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 30m

Tampa

Wed 2/18

7:31 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$273

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Mon 1/12

7:35 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Tampa

Mon 1/19

7:40 am-10:20 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$273

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

10:25 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 35m

Tampa

Mon 1/19

7:35 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop5h 46m

$273

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

5:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Tampa

Wed 1/21

3:55 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$274

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

10:15 am-5:49 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

Tampa

Mon 3/16

12:37 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop5h 48m

$289

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Mon 1/5

10:15 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Tampa

Mon 1/12

7:06 am-9:48 am

Nonstop5h 42m

$289

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

11:00 pm-6:35 am

Nonstop4h 35m

Tampa

Mon 2/9

7:40 am-10:20 am

Nonstop5h 40m

$289

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 6/2

11:50 pm-7:52 am

Nonstop5h 02m

Tampa

Sun 6/7

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$289

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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.
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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 December 12, 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, 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 December 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Irvine to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

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 Saturday mornings 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.

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 December 17, 2025.
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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 4 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?

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Tampa?

    A quick flight from Irvine to Tampa can take about 4h 20m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $270. There are 2152 mi between Irvine and Tampa. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    $65 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 United Airlines (91%), Virgin Australia (90%) or WestJet (82%) 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 $721. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Tampa), can usually be booked for $151.

  • 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$130Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$302Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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