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$34+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Tampa (STL - 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — TPA
ene. 15 — ene. 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Tampa are usually found in October or August, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/229:07 amSTL - TPA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
lun. 12/296:30 amTPA - STL
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$169
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/247:43 pmSTL - TPA
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
lun. 1/122:22 pmTPA - STL
Nonstop2h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$176
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/229:07 amSTL - TPA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
vie. 12/266:30 amTPA - STL
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$185
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/247:43 pmSTL - TPA
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
mar. 12/305:45 amTPA - STL
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/299:07 amSTL - TPA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
jue. 1/15:45 amTPA - STL
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$267
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/299:07 amSTL - TPA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
lun. 1/56:30 amTPA - STL
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$271
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/247:43 pmSTL - TPA
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
lun. 12/296:30 amTPA - STL
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/249:09 amSTL - TPA
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
lun. 1/129:30 amTPA - STL
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$282
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/247:43 pmSTL - TPA
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
dom. 12/285:45 amTPA - STL
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$283
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/317:43 pmSTL - TPA
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
lun. 1/56:30 amTPA - STL
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$287

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$108
(Frontier)

One-way from

$34
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$315

Good round-trip deal

$206 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-Tampa flight deals.
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From Lambert-St Louis to Tampa
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($48 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
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Lambert-St Louis to Tampa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Tampa.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Tampa that are best for you.

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St. Louis

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 1/17

11:20 am-5:48 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Tampa

mié. 1/28

4:30 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$213

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 1/26

11:22 am-8:13 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Tampa

mar. 2/3

9:20 am-3:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$283

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 2/2

7:00 am-5:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Tampa

mié. 2/11

11:25 am-5:18 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$283

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 1/31

11:20 am-11:42 pm

2 stops11h 22m

Tampa

sáb. 2/28

7:20 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$288

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 1/17

9:57 am-8:13 pm

2 stops9h 16m

Tampa

jue. 1/22

9:36 am-4:03 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$288

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 2/3

8:05 am-8:25 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Tampa

mar. 2/10

1:50 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$293

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 1/27

1:00 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Tampa

lun. 2/2

7:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$326

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 1/18

8:05 am-5:57 pm

2 stops8h 52m

Tampa

mié. 1/28

9:20 am-3:52 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$330

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 1/13

1:30 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Tampa

mar. 1/20

5:15 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$333

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 2/4

1:10 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Tampa

lun. 2/9

7:15 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$343

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Deals found on 12/16

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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 St. Louis to Tampa in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 St. Louis-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 St. Louis-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 St. Louis to Tampa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from St. Louis to Tampa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Tampa (average of $48). Flying from St. Louis to Tampa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 STL to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from St. Louis to Tampa in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from St. Louis to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for St. Louis to Tampa flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your St. Louis to Tampa trip
Airports
STL

Security lines at STL are usually quick, averaging 5 to 10 minutes during off-peak times. Check real-time wait times online before heading to the airport.

TPA

TPA offers Blue Express Curbside lanes for quick exits if you have no checked bags. This helps avoid baggage claim crowds.

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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 diciembre 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from St. Louis to Tampa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Tampa?

    To fly from St. Louis to Tampa, you need to book a flight from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to Tampa (TPA). Nonstop flights to Tampa from Lambert-St Louis take 2h 15m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Lambert-St Louis to Tampa offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this St. Louis to Tampa flight route?

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to Tampa?

    A quick flight from St. Louis to Tampa can take about 5h 28m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $213. The distance between St. Louis and Tampa is about 870 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Tampa round-trip?

    Currently priced at $85, Spirit Airlines will fly you from St. Louis to Tampa and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Allegiant Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $97 and $132, respectively. These flights start at 75% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Tampa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $71. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from St. Louis to Tampa for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Tampa?

    While on average a flight from St. Louis to Tampa is generally $239, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $49. When looking at the most popular route, (Lambert-St Louis - Tampa), you can expect to pay $158 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from St. Louis to Tampa?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    If you're on a layover in Atlanta and looking for things to do, consider visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or Centennial Olympic Park. Those on a layover in Atlanta interested in visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or Centennial Olympic Park can do so by traveling 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those landing in Atlanta looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $53 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for St. Louis to Tampa flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Tampa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Tampa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Tampa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Tampa (average of $48). Flying from St. Louis to Tampa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 7 airlines flying from St. Louis to Tampa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$132Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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