Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPAA) to Washington D.C. (BWI)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $194. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa to Baltimore Washington International flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Tampa to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$112
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week32

Finding cheap flights from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International is $112. 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 21 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International.
Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly direct from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International.
As of June 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport on Tuesday, 18 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 21 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 Baltimore Washington International 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Baltimore Washington International is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI): What you need to know

  • Tampa's main airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA). Check out your options for departing from this base when searching for your flights from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).

  • Book a direct Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Washington DC (where Baltimore Washington International Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.

  • The busiest route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), with 37 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from TPA to BWI is the 5:20am Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:55pm with Southwest Airlines.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Tampa to BWI.

  • Popular months like March or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Fly without interruptions from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Direct flights from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) can be booked from here.

  • Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport departing from TPA. Get on board with any of these:

  • Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from TPA to BWI.

  • Frontier Airlines shines when it comes to on-time performance. A reliable 91.67% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.

  • TPA is around 11 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Tampa International Airport:

  • When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

About Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

Getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC

  • From Baltimore Washington International Airport, central Washington DC is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport is $56. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $112. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get your hands on cheap flights from Tampa to BWI by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Tampa to BWI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in December.

  • When booking your Tampa to BWI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Baltimore Washington International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 153 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 274 kilometres south of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.

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