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$83+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — WAS
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Thu 7/23
Thu 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Wed 7/84:46 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Wed 7/158:36 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 6/18$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Wed 9/306:23 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Wed 10/710:00 pm
BWI
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 10/2012:56 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Wed 10/216:15 am
BWI
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/214:46 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Tue 7/288:36 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Wed 9/306:40 pm
TPA
-
BWI
Nonstop2h 25m
Frontier
Tue 10/69:24 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Wed 8/125:40 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop5h 37m
Frontier
Wed 8/196:45 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop12h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19$139
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 9/126:40 pm
TPA
-
BWI
Nonstop2h 25m
Frontier
Sun 9/1310:00 pm
BWI
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 6/18$141
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/47:00 am
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Wed 8/511:30 am
BWI
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/214:46 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop14h 40m
Frontier
Tue 8/48:36 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Wed 7/294:46 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Wed 8/58:25 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop10h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 9/296:23 pm
TPA
-
BWI
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Tue 10/69:24 am
BWI
-
TPA
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/20$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Wed 7/159:10 am
TPA
-
IAD
Nonstop2h 33m
Frontier
Sat 7/186:49 am
IAD
-
TPA
1 stop10h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21$168

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 June 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$231 or less

Good one-way deal

$147 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. 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 June 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Fri 9/11

3:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/14

6:30 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$215

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Wed 7/22

6:30 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/4

10:50 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$253

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Tue 8/4

7:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/12

6:55 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$255

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Sat 8/22

8:15 am-10:35 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/22

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$255

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Wed 8/5

6:57 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/8

12:40 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$265

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Wed 7/29

7:30 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/5

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$265

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - IAD

TPAIAD

Tampa

Thu 8/6

9:00 am-11:22 am

Nonstop2h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/11

12:57 pm-3:28 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$272

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Wed 9/23

11:40 am-8:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/24

6:05 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$282
Quickest round-trip

TampaWashington, D.C.

TPA - DCA

TPADCA

Tampa

Wed 7/29

10:00 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/30

6:55 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$282

TampaBaltimore

TPA - BWI

TPABWI

Tampa

Tue 8/11

10:35 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/17

8:25 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$282

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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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (average of $40). Flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $755). 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 June 23, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 June 23, 2026.

The most flights from TPA to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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

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

About 17% of weekly flights between Tampa and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 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 12% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Tampa to Washington, D.C. is 84 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 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 June 13, 2026.

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. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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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 June 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,872 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,741 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,870 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

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 16 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 $253, JetBlue can have you in Washington, D.C. from Tampa in 2h 20m. The distance from Tampa to Washington, D.C. is about 843 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 $63, 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 Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $157 and $180, respectively. These flights start at 71% 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 $28. Allegiant Air flights start at $65 while deals on American Airlines start at $98 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Tampa to Washington, D.C. is Tampa - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Tampa - Baltimore/Washington or Tampa - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • 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 (96%), Avianca (95%), Lufthansa( 94%).

  • 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 $186 on average, our data indicates $1,112 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Washington, D.C. (average of $40). Flying from Tampa to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $755). 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 June 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$63Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$192Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$197Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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