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$49+ 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — TPA
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(Expedia)

One-way from

$49
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$198

Good round-trip deal

$80 or less

Good one-way deal

$57 or less
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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 October 16, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 12/212:30 pmRIC - TPA
1 stop11h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/46:15 amTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/86:17 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:45 amTPA - RIC
1 stop4h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$115
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/185:45 amRIC - TPA
1 stop8h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/234:40 pmTPA - RIC
1 stop3h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$116
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/185:45 amRIC - TPA
1 stop8h 50mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/1911:02 pmTPA - RIC
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$117
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:17 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Wed 11/123:30 pmTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/15$118
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:45 amRIC - TPA
1 stop4h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/13:30 pmTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/118:36 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Thu 11/136:15 amTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/14$122
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:52 amRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Sat 11/13:30 pmTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/15$123
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/312:40 pmRIC - TPA
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/83:30 pmTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Sat 10/256:17 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/3011:06 amTPA - RIC
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$126
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:17 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Tue 11/116:15 amTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/15$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Fri 10/319:52 amRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Tue 11/46:15 amTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/15$131

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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Tampa that are best for you.

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RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/8

6:17 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Sat 11/15

3:30 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$118

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/31

9:52 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Sat 11/1

3:30 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$123

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/8

6:17 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Tue 11/11

6:15 am-8:22 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$128

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/31

9:52 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Sun 11/2

5:15 am-7:22 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$138

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/13

8:36 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Sun 11/16

6:15 am-8:22 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$148

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/4

8:36 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Mon 12/8

7:05 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$148

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/6

6:17 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Mon 12/8

7:05 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$153

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/21

7:44 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-8:23 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$158

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 11/5

6:17 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Mon 11/10

7:05 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$180

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/9

8:36 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Tampa

Tue 11/11

6:15 am-8:22 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$188

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Deals found on 10/14

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Tampa. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Tampa is 89 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Tampa (average of $36). Flying from Richmond to Tampa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $68). 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 October 16, 2025.

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 at noon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Tampa. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Tampa flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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.

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 October 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta 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
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

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
8.1
Very good
217 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

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!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

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!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,980 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

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
8,099 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
217 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

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 Richmond to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Tampa flight route?

    This flight path from Richmond Byrd Intl to Tampa was viewed by 16 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 19m. The distance between Richmond and Tampa is about 724 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($79), Allegiant Air ($84), and Breeze Airways ($103) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Tampa. Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $102 on average, our data indicates $144 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Tampa (average of $36). Flying from Richmond to Tampa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $68). 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 6 airlines flying from Richmond to Tampa

Discover the top 6 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$84Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$103Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$243Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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