Washington, D.C.

$49+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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TPA — WAS
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$100
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$49
(FlightHub)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$199

Good round-trip deal

$147 or less

Good one-way deal

$90 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Tampa-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Tampa-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flights.
From Tampa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 5/239:56 pmTPA - BWI
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/266:35 pmBWI - TPA
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/306:00 amTPA - BWI
Nonstop2h 36mFrontier
Mon 6/29:34 amBWI - TPA
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$101
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/199:37 amTPA - BWI
Nonstop2h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/266:35 pmBWI - TPA
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$107
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/196:00 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Fri 5/235:52 pmIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$109
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/101:45 pmTPA - DCA
Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/107:45 pmDCA - TPA
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$152
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 6/129:00 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/153:30 pmIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/315:05 pmTPA - DCA
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Wed 6/411:35 amDCA - TPA
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$167
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/297:30 amTPA - DCA
1 stop5h 30mJetBlue
Sun 6/16:00 amDCA - TPA
1 stop5h 07mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$194
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Thu 6/57:54 pmTPA - IAD
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Mon 6/97:34 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/30$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Thu 6/56:54 pmTPA - DCA
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Tue 6/106:59 amDCA - TPA
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/1$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 6/205:46 pmTPA - BWI
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Tue 6/248:00 amBWI - TPA
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/30$201
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Sat 5/245:20 amTPA - IAD
2 stops9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/249:50 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$205

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Tampa

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Washington, D.C.

Route

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TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Fri 5/23

9:56 pm-12:17 am

Nonstop2h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/26

6:35 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$100

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/2

9:34 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$101

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Mon 5/19

9:37 am-12:13 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/26

6:35 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$107

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-8:24 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/22

5:52 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$109

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Tue 6/10

1:45 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/10

7:45 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$152

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Thu 6/12

9:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/15

3:30 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$157

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Sat 5/31

5:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/4

11:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$167

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Thu 5/29

7:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop5h 07m

$194

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Thu 6/5

7:54 pm-12:28 am

1 stop4h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/9

7:34 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 31m

$197

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Thu 6/5

5:53 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/9

7:35 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 30m

$197

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice 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 Tampa-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Washington, D.C. 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 Tampa-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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IAD

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

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. is 75 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 Tampa to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 TPA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 58% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Tampa to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Tampa, you will be flying from Tampa, which is the city’s only airport. Tampa (TPA) is located 4.9 mi from the center of Tampa. There are 10 flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $100, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Tampa to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $101 and $152, respectively. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $49. Frontier flights start at $56 while deals on JetBlue start at $85 one-way.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Tampa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (94%), ANA (94%), Avianca( 92%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $80. While the most popular route (Tampa - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $117 on average our data indicates $1,245 when flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to Washington, D.C. 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 Tampa to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 Tampa to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C.. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$197Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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