Washington, D.C.

$48+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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TPA — WAS
Jan 13 — Jan 201
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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 December 14, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:30 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Tue 12/308:15 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop26h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$121
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:30 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Thu 1/17:11 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$122
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:00 amTPA - BWI
1 stop24h 46mFrontier
Wed 1/711:45 amBWI - TPA
1 stop11h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$131
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Thu 12/256:30 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Sat 1/39:48 amIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/186:30 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Wed 12/317:01 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Tue 12/3011:00 amTPA - BWI
1 stop24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:30 amBWI - TPA
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$155
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:45 amTPA - IAD
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Sat 1/39:48 amIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Tue 12/235:45 amTPA - IAD
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Fri 1/210:43 amIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Wed 12/245:45 amTPA - IAD
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Tue 12/308:15 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop26h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$162
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.
Tue 12/235:45 amTPA - IAD
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Wed 12/317:01 pmIAD - TPA
1 stop5h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$163
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Thu 12/2510:15 amTPA - DCA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Wed 12/313:35 pmDCA - TPA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/12$167
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:45 amTPA - BWI
1 stop5h 10mFrontier
Wed 1/711:45 amBWI - TPA
1 stop11h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$176

Find 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 December 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$93
(Frontier)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$238

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Tampa-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Tampa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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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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Route

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Price

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Fri 1/16

5:01 am-7:23 am

Nonstop2h 22m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/18

2:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$100

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Tue 1/20

8:33 am-11:36 pm

2 stops15h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/25

7:52 pm-10:33 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$116

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Thu 12/25

6:30 am-8:46 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/1

9:41 am-12:21 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$134

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Sat 1/17

2:10 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

6:55 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$157

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Thu 12/25

10:15 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

3:35 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$167

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Thu 1/8

10:24 pm-2:18 pm

3 stops15h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/11

2:53 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$169

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Tue 1/20

5:14 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

8:36 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$177

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Fri 1/9

11:56 am-2:22 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/16

10:31 am-6:29 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$180

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/17

3:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$185

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Thu 1/8

1:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/11

11:55 am-8:44 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$185

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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 Tampa to Washington, D.C. in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice 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 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.

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 December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. is 38 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (average of $38). Flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $85). 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 December 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 December 6, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 14, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Tampa and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Tampa to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Tampa to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Tampa to Washington, D.C. flights

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TPA

TPA's Blue Express Curbside lanes allow travelers without checked bags to quickly reach their gate, avoiding crowds.

IAD

The Silver Line Metro reaches IAD in under 40 minutes, offering a cheap and efficient way to reach the city.

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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 December 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Tampa to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 Tampa to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 14 flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    For as low as $157, Frontier can have you in Washington, D.C. from Tampa in 2h 20m. The distance from Tampa to Washington, D.C. is about 815 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $46, Frontier will fly you from Tampa to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $134 and $157, respectively. These flights start at 77% 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $39. Spirit Airlines flights start at $79 while deals on Southwest start at $84 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: ITA Airways (100%), ANA (100%), Air China( 100%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $50. While the most popular route (Tampa - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $90 on average, our data indicates $860 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (average of $38). Flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $85). 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 Tampa to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 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 December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$53Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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