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$48+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Tampa (RIC - 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — TPA
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sun 8/16
Sun 8/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/88:30 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 13m
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/116:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/17$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/197:21 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 20m
Breeze Airways
Sun 9/206:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/14$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sun 9/68:30 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 13m
Breeze Airways
Sun 9/136:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/13$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 8/208:30 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 13m
Breeze Airways
Mon 8/248:03 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/12$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:21 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 20m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/234:33 pm
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/14$167
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Fri 9/181:21 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 20m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/226:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/13$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/68:30 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 13m
Breeze Airways
Thu 8/206:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/15$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 8/138:30 pm
RIC
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 13m
Breeze Airways
Thu 8/206:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/16$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 9/148:53 am
RIC
-
TPA
2 stops14h 06m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/176:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/16$174
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:35 am
RIC
-
TPA
1 stop5h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/176:05 am
TPA
-
RIC
Nonstop2h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/105:42 pm
RIC
-
TPA
1 stop6h 48m
Delta
Sat 8/155:15 am
TPA
-
RIC
1 stop5h 40m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$177

Find flight deals from Richmond to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Tampa (TPA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$246

Good round-trip deal

$112 or less

Good one-way deal

$91 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Tampa that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/12

1:04 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Tampa

Mon 8/17

6:55 pm-1:05 am

1 stop6h 10m

$177

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/10

5:42 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 48m

Tampa

Sat 8/15

5:15 am-10:55 am

1 stop5h 40m

$177

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/29

6:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 25m

Tampa

Mon 8/31

11:30 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$182

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/1

8:30 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Mon 10/5

6:05 am-8:13 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$208
Quickest round-trip

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/12

6:04 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Tampa

Mon 8/17

8:03 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$218

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/2

1:21 pm-3:41 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Mon 10/5

6:05 am-8:13 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$228

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 9/18

1:21 pm-3:41 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Mon 9/21

6:05 am-8:13 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$228

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/8

6:04 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Tampa

Sat 8/15

3:12 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$237

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/15

10:20 am-6:50 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Tampa

Sat 8/22

6:20 am-4:15 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$277

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/27

8:15 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Tampa

Sat 10/3

10:10 am-9:20 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$283

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Tampa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Tampa in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Tampa is 88 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 Richmond to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Tampa (average of $155). Flying from Richmond to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $324). 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 RIC to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 17, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond 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 17, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Richmond 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
8.2
Very good
299 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
299 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
299 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
299 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,474 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
299 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
682 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
299 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,822 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
299 reviews

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Richmond to Tampa?

    You will need to book a flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Tampa if you want to fly from Richmond to Tampa. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Byrd Intl (RIC) to Tampa (TPA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Tampa from the Richmond airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from RIC to TPA to be around 2h 13m.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Tampa flight route?

    This flight path from Richmond Byrd Intl to Tampa was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Tampa?

    Departing from Richmond to Tampa will take you 2h 20m. The distance between Richmond and Tampa is about 724 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Tampa round-trip?

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($57), Breeze Airways ($103), and Delta ($173) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Tampa. Allegiant Air is 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. Allegiant Air flights start at $77 while deals on Frontier start at $82 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $61. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $118 on average, our data indicates $194 when flying from Richmond to Tampa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Tampa (average of $155). Flying from Richmond to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $324). 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 5 airlines flying from Richmond to Tampa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$57Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$103Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$173Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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