How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Airlines like JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa in about 5h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 815 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Tampa round-trip?

Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Tampa, with prices starting at $70. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $183 and $202, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. JetBlue flights start at $92 while deals on United Airlines start at $98 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Tampa consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Tampa, Baltimore/Washington - Tampa or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Tampa as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

On average you can expect to pay $453 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $82 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Tampa) is currently priced at $124.

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Before booking your flight to Tampa from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ANA (82%), Ethiopian Air (82%), Copa Airlines( 78%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Tampa.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Tampa from Washington, D.C.?

Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tampa from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa (TPA) should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.

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Best flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Tampa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.

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Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.

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Round-trip from	$102 (Expedia)
One-way from	$42 (Super.com)
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$248
Good round-trip deal	$201 or less
Good one-way deal	$99 or less

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BaltimoreTampa

BWI Baltimore/Washington - TPA Tampa

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/14

2:55 pm-5:27 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$95

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Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - TPA Tampa

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/16

12:43 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$107

Washington, D.C.Tampa

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - TPA Tampa

DCATPA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/16

9:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.Tampa

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - TPA Tampa

DCATPA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/14

3:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$117

Washington, D.C.Tampa

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - TPA Tampa

DCATPA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/14

1:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$122

Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - TPA Tampa

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/10

12:34 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$132

Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - TPA Tampa

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/14

10:05 am-4:13 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$132

Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - TPA Tampa

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/28

11:00 am-4:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$132

Washington, D.C.Tampa

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - TPA Tampa

DCATPA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/15

6:55 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$134

BaltimoreTampa

BWI Baltimore/Washington - TPA Tampa

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/12

9:59 pm-12:34 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$138

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
Mytrip	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Super.com	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDeal	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa (average of $238). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 WAS to TPA?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

The most flights from WAS to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights typically cost between $173 and $338 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $102 on Frontier (Nov 10-Nov 12).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Tampa on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $227.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 59m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 17m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Tampa flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on TPA and IAD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Tampa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,188 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,188 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,188 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,214 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,188 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,076 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,188 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,035 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,188 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Frontier

5.6

Fair

2,600 reviews

Southwest

8.0

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4,188 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Tampa from Washington, D.C.?
Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tampa from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa (TPA) should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?
Airlines like JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa in about 5h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 815 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Tampa round-trip?
Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Tampa, with prices starting at $70. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $183 and $202, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. JetBlue flights start at $92 while deals on United Airlines start at $98 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?
When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Tampa consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Tampa, Baltimore/Washington - Tampa or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Tampa as they are the most popular.
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Before booking your flight to Tampa from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ANA (82%), Ethiopian Air (82%), Copa Airlines( 78%).
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?
On average you can expect to pay $453 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $82 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Tampa) is currently priced at $124.
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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa (average of $238). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$70	Average$220	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$142	Average$392	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$158	Average$353	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$183	Average$370	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$212	Average$393	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
JetBlue	Cheapest$233	Average$376	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 September 17, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

The most flights from WAS to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights typically cost between $173 and $338 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $102 on Frontier (Nov 10-Nov 12).

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Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Tampa on Cheapflights.

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Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $227.

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Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 59m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 17m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights typically cost between $173 and $338 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $102 on Frontier (Nov 10-Nov 12).