What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Tampa?

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Tampa

How long does it take to fly to Tampa?

The flight from California to Tampa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Diego (a popular airport in California) to Orlando Airport (the most popular airport in Tampa), then the flight time is 4h 35m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Orlando Airport, then the average flight time is 4h 38m.

How many flights depart from California to Tampa on average per day?

7 flights are operational daily from California to Tampa as of September 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 77% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from California to Tampa on average per week?

51 flights are operational weekly from California to Tampa as of September 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 27% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Tampa?

United Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tampa from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tampa. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Tampa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Tampa Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Tampa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Tampa Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Tampa Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Tampa Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Tampa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Tampa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tampa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:52 am - 11:49 amONT Ontario-TPA Tampa

20h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:11 pm - 10:35 amTPA Tampa-ONT Ontario

20h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl

$211Frontier

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

11:52 am - 11:49 amONT Ontario-TPA Tampa

20h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:11 pm - 10:35 amTPA Tampa-ONT Ontario

20h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl

$213Frontier

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

11:42 am - 12:27 amLAX Los Angeles-TPA Tampa

9h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

6:05 am - 12:36 pmTPA Tampa-LAX Los Angeles

9h 31m1 stop Richmond Byrd Intl

$239Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 1

12:31 pm - 9:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-TPA Tampa

29h 44m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Gulfport Biloxi Regional

6:00 am - 3:21 pmTPA Tampa-LAX Los Angeles

12h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

$246Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9

11:35 pm - 9:56 amLAX Los Angeles-TPA Tampa

7h 21m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

7:45 am - 2:53 pmTPA Tampa-LAX Los Angeles

10h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$249JetBlue

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15

7:30 am - 3:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-TPA Tampa

4h 35mnonstop

9:50 am - 12:10 pmTPA Tampa-LAX Los Angeles

5h 20mnonstop

$251Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

3:51 pm - 6:22 pmSJC San Jose-TPA Tampa

23h 31m1 stop San Diego

4:55 pm - 10:31 pmTPA Tampa-SJC San Jose

8h 36m1 stop San Diego

$267Alaska Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3

7:13 pm - 3:52 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-TPA Tampa

17h 39m1 stop San Diego

4:55 pm - 11:28 pmTPA Tampa-FAT Fresno Airterminal

9h 33m1 stop San Diego

$274Alaska Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 12

9:59 am - 8:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-TPA Tampa

7h 21m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

7:45 am - 12:32 pmTPA Tampa-LAX Los Angeles

7h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$277JetBlue

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

11:30 am - 7:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-TPA Tampa

4h 40mnonstop

9:50 am - 12:10 pmTPA Tampa-LAX Los Angeles

5h 20mnonstop

$277Southwest

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6:15 am - 4:53 pmONT Ontario-TPA Tampa

7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

6:15 am - 10:29 amTPA Tampa-ONT Ontario

7h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

$337Frontier

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Oct 13

11:45 am - 4:53 pmONT Ontario-TPA Tampa

26h 08m1 stop Denver Intl

6:15 am - 11:47 pmTPA Tampa-ONT Ontario

20h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

$351Frontier

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7

6:04 am - 12:26 amSFO San Francisco-TPA Tampa

15h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

5:11 pm - 11:12 pmTPA Tampa-SFO San Francisco

9h 01m1 stop San Diego

$370Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

10:05 pm - 11:39 amSFO San Francisco-TPA Tampa

10h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:11 pm - 11:12 pmTPA Tampa-SFO San Francisco

9h 01m1 stop San Diego

$375Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28

10:46 pm - 11:58 amSAN San Diego-TPA Tampa

10h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:24 pm - 8:01 pmTPA Tampa-SAN San Diego

8h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$445American Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 26

6:15 am - 6:28 pmSAN San Diego-TPA Tampa

9h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 pm - 10:25 pmTPA Tampa-SAN San Diego

7h 25m1 stop Miami

$451American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

8:21 am - 4:08 pmSAN San Diego-TPA Tampa

4h 47mnonstop

5:11 pm - 7:16 pmTPA Tampa-SAN San Diego

5h 05mnonstop

$535Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

8:21 am - 4:08 pmSAN San Diego-TPA Tampa

4h 47mnonstop

5:11 pm - 7:16 pmTPA Tampa-SAN San Diego

5h 05mnonstop

$535Alaska Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

10:40 pm - 9:50 amSAN San Diego-TPA Tampa

8h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

2:55 pm - 8:15 pmTPA Tampa-SAN San Diego

8h 20m2 stops Austin Bergstrom El Paso

$560Southwest

Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 1

10:10 am - 10:15 pmSAN San Diego-TPA Tampa

9h 05m2 stops San Antonio Lambert-St Louis

7:20 am - 10:40 amTPA Tampa-SAN San Diego

6h 20m1 stop Houston Hobby

$560Southwest

Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Sep 29

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Nov 3

ONT11:52 amOntario

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TPA11:49 amTampa

Nov 10

TPA5:11 pmTampa

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ONT10:35 amOntario

$211

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Nov 3

ONT11:52 amOntario

20h 57m

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TPA11:49 amTampa

Nov 10

TPA5:11 pmTampa

20h 24m

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ONT10:35 amOntario

$213

Frontier

Oct 21

ONT6:15 amOntario

15h 12m

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TPA12:27 amTampa

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TPA6:15 amTampa

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ONT10:35 amOntario

$216

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SJC3:51 pmSan Jose

23h 31m

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TPA6:22 pmTampa

Nov 3

TPA4:55 pmTampa

8h 36m

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SJC10:31 pmSan Jose

$267

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Nov 6

FAT7:13 pmFresno Airterminal

17h 39m

1 stop

TPA3:52 pmTampa

Nov 12

TPA4:55 pmTampa

9h 33m

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FAT11:28 pmFresno Airterminal

$274

Alaska Airlines

Oct 24

SAN10:39 amSan Diego

4h 43m

TPA6:22 pmTampa

Oct 28

TPA7:25 pmTampa

5h 09m

SAN9:34 pmSan Diego

$277

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Sat 10/31

11:42 am-12:27 am

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$274

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7:45 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$277

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11:30 am-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

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9:50 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

$277

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from California, with most prices found around $370. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $390.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tampa?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Tampa is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Tampa on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $395. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Tampa on Sunday is $479.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Tampa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Tampa is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $396. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $467 on average. Flights to Tampa from California at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to Tampa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Tampa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tampa from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tampa for around $406 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tampa from California for as low as $332 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Tampa flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Tampa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$99
Fastest flight time	4h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Tampa	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Tampa from California in the past 72 hours is $99. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Tampa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $211.

The fastest flight from California to Tampa takes 4h 05m

Direct flights go from California to Tampa every day.

There is 1 airport in Tampa. From California there are direct flights to Tampa (TPA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Tampa Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Tampa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Tampa Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Tampa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Tampa Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Tampa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Tampa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tampa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Tampa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Tampa is Airbus A321neo, representing 25.28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 23.00%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 17.91%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 9.60%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $66	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,579 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $142	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,956 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,594 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,230 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $172	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 326 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,075 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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