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$309+ Cheap flights from State College to Tampa (SCE - 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCE — TPA
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Sat 8/29
Sat 9/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from State College to Tampa

Cheapest flights from State College to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from State College to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 11/144:22 pm
SCE
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TPA
1 stop5h 24m
American Airlines
Thu 11/197:11 pm
TPA
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SCE
1 stop4h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 9/1910:33 am
SCE
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TPA
1 stop4h 52m
American Airlines
Sat 10/34:10 pm
TPA
-
SCE
1 stop4h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 10/1610:05 am
SCE
-
TPA
1 stop7h 29m
American Airlines
Mon 10/1912:41 pm
TPA
-
SCE
1 stop6h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/27$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/291:58 pm
SCE
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TPA
1 stop6h 28m
United Airlines
Tue 9/19:00 am
TPA
-
SCE
1 stop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:41 am
SCE
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TPA
2 stops8h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 9/159:00 am
TPA
-
SCE
1 stop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25$451
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/191:53 pm
SCE
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TPA
1 stop8h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 9/217:05 pm
TPA
-
SCE
1 stop4h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$469

Find flight deals from State College to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from State College (SCE) 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 30, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$329
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$309
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$429
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Customize your flight search to find flights from State College 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 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from State College to Tampa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Sat 1/9

4:53 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Tampa

Wed 1/13

9:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$329

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Sat 9/19

1:53 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Tampa

Sat 10/3

9:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$409

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Sat 8/29

1:58 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Tampa

Tue 9/1

7:30 am-1:18 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$409

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Tue 9/8

1:53 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Tampa

Tue 9/15

9:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$409

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Wed 9/9

6:41 am-3:28 pm

2 stops8h 47m

Tampa

Sat 9/12

9:00 am-8:53 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$439

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Sat 9/19

1:53 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Tampa

Mon 9/21

7:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$469
Quickest round-trip

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Mon 8/10

2:56 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Tampa

Tue 9/1

7:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$479

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Sat 1/9

10:20 am-11:32 pm

2 stops13h 12m

Tampa

Wed 1/13

4:35 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops6h 49m

$537
Cheapest one-way

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Fri 9/11

2:50 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$309

State CollegeTampa

SCE - TPA

SCETPA

State College University Park

Sat 8/8

10:45 am-6:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$402

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Deals found on 7/25

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Compare providers for flights from State College 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 State College to Tampa in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 State College-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on State College-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from State College-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on State College-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 State College-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 State College to Tampa

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from State College to Tampa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State College to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State College to Tampa (average of $328). Flying from State College to Tampa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

State College to Tampa flights typically cost between $338 and $533 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $329 on American Airlines (Nov 14-Nov 19).

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 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from State College 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,841 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from State College to Tampa?

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from State College to Tampa in about 4h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 27m. The distance between State College and Tampa is about 928 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Tampa, with prices starting at $279. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $296 round trip. You may be able to fly from State College to Tampa for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from State College to Tampa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from State College 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 State College to Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State College to Tampa (average of $328). Flying from State College to Tampa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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 2 airlines flying from State College to Tampa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from State College 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 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$279Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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