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Tampa.$203 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.
Tampa.$224 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.
Tampa.$232 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Tampa.$232 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
Tampa.$238 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $238, select.
Tampa.$238 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $238, select.
Tampa.$253 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $253, select.
Tampa.$312 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

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Los Angeles to Tampa: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$203
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week73

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Tampa: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Tampa is $203. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Tampa.
LATAM Airlines, United and Virgin Australia fly direct from Los Angeles to Tampa.
As of July 2025, there are 73 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Tampa is usually August.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Tampa is Tampa International – which is 8.0 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from $203.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Tampa on Monday, 25 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tampa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tampa is Spirit Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Tampa International Airport is Delta.

Flying from Los Angeles to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Set off on your next big adventure from one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Tampa taking off from either of these.

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) are the chief entry points to Tampa.

  • The average duration of a direct Los Angeles to Tampa flight is 4 hours 45 minutes.

  • Tampa is three hours ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Los Angeles to Tampa is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to {"defaultCase":"Tampa International Airport","accusativeCase":"Tampa International Airport","nominativeCase":"Tampa International Airport","dativeCase":"Tampa International Airport"} (TPA). Pick from 19 services between the two airports every week.

  • Leave enough time to make your Los Angeles to Tampa flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger lines at security and check-in. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is a wise idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tampa

  • To secure cheap Los Angeles to Tampa flights, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Los Angeles to Tampa. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Tampa by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap Los Angeles to Tampa flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Set out from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Tampa. From LAX, you can fly directly to Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Los Angeles to Tampa plane tickets with departures from LAX, including:

  • LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Tampa? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination without delay.

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

Arriving in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near TPA if you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Tampa. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and discover more of Tampa and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead of your Los Angeles to Tampa flight.

  • The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Los Angeles to Tampa, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 10 minutes or so.

  • Budget, Alamo and Avis make picking up a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from PIE as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

  • The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, go to Tampa in May.

  • Before locking in your Los Angeles to Tampa tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about Tampa

  • After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Tampa, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:

  • Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Tampa must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Florida Aquarium.

Explore more of United States

  • Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres to the north, its top attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Miami is another well-known destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without experiencing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

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