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Tampa.$124 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 26 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Tampa.$124 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Tampa.$142 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $142, select.
Tampa.$229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.
Tampa.$229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.
Tampa.$231 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.
Tampa.$268 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.
Tampa.$279 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in May.
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New Orleans to Tampa: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$124
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 33 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa is $124. 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.
1 hour and 33 minutes is the average flight time from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
As of May 2025, there are 25 flights per week flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, 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 $124.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Tampa on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 33 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 26°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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa.

  • Tampa is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans, where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located. Tampa operates on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from MSY to TPA is with Spirit Airlines at 22:38.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from MSY to Tampa.

  • Hopping on a plane during a peak time like October? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll be landing.

  • Check out the deals with Southwest Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa.

  • You won't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your cheap tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa.

  • Located around 24 kilometres from central New Orleans, MSY can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 52 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near MSY. Whether you're taking an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa is $62. The cheapest price for a return flight is $124. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from MSY to Tampa, book your journey 9 months before your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from MSY to Tampa is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 13 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 57 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • The centre of Tampa is located around 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). As soon as your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 23 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from MSY to Tampa:

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the most popular month to board a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Tampa, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • Book your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MSY to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.

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