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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $124. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.$107 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.
Tampa.$114 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $114, select.
Tampa.$114 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $114, select.
Tampa.$114 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $114, select.
Tampa.$118 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $118, select.
Tampa.$124 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Sat, 25 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Tampa.$124 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Tampa.$125 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $125, select.
Tampa.$144 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.
Tampa.$145 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
Tampa.$159 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.
Tampa.$166 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Tampa.$185 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $185, select.
Tampa.$229 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.
Tampa.$371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $371, select.
Tampa.$468 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Sat, 26 Dec.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $468, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from $144
Jul
from $124
Aug
from $114
Sep
from $124
Oct
from $118
Nov
from $166
Dec
from $468
Jan
from $541
Feb
from $724
Mar
from $529
Apr
from $575
May
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Direct flights from Philadelphia International to Tampa

Alternative Philadelphia International to Tampa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Philadelphia International to Tampa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tampa Peter O'Knight

4km from central Tampa
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Tampa International

8km from central Tampa
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St. Pete–Clearwater International

22km from central Tampa
from $159
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Lakeland

44km from central Tampa
from $315
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Sarasota

62km from central Tampa
from $421
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Philadelphia to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$107
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week95

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International 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 Philadelphia International to Tampa is $107. 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.
2 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Tampa.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia International to Tampa.
As of June 2026, there are 95 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Tampa is usually September.
If you're flying from Philadelphia International 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 $107.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa on Sunday, 6 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 49 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 27°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, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa is 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Philadelphia (the location of Philadelphia International Airport) and Tampa are in the same timezone — UTC-5.

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most traveled route, with 39 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from PHL to TPA is with Frontier Airlines at 21:39. Choose the first departure operated by Frontier Airlines at 05:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your PHL to Tampa flight.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Start your trip at PHL and fly straight to Tampa International Airport (TPA). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa tickets.

  • You can choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa, including:

  • Located around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to PHL? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 77% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Tampa

  • $53 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa flight. Return plane tickets start at $107. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book 11 months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PHL to Tampa.

  • April is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from PHL to Tampa.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

  • Look into staying at a hotel near TPA if you have a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PHL to Tampa.

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

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • The centre of Tampa is around 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PHL to Tampa flight:

  • Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from PIE before your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.

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

Best time to go to Tampa

  • March is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa. To skip the crowds, head to Tampa in December.

  • The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about Tampa

  • Start your Tampa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Tampa, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are leading attractions which should be on any good Tampa itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Tampa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Miami, about 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are key highlights.

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