$81 Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Popular airlines from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)

Today's featured flight deals from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Los Angeles (TPA-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $81 for one-way flights and $173 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$173 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $173 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 16
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$175 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $175 found 18 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 17
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$178 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $178 found 16 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 5
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$182 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $182 found 16 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 1
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $184 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$185 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $185 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$186 Roundtrip, just found
$186
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $186 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$186 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $186 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 18
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$255 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $255 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 24
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$287 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Jan 24, priced at $287 found 15 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $132 - $198 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Los Angeles

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Bob Hope BUR. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $322
BUR
Bob Hope
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $322
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Average driving time to city center is 27 minutes. Flights from $399
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $399
Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Tampa Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$172
Distance
2153 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 24 mins

Tampa to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Tampa to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $81 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Tampa to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Tampa to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $81 or cheap return flight from $173 from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The cheapest month to fly from TPA to LAX is September, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is often when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Board a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and head straight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are popular airlines offering reasonable fares. Remember that flight prices from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) can change depending on departure dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a TPA to LAX flight that matches your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When departing from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), you can pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
More passengers fly between TPA and LAX at 7 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from TPA to LAX?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)'s first flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) leaves at approximately 7:05AM UTC-5. With a total travel time of 5h 40m, you'll arrive at around 9:45AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The average flight time from TPA to LAX is 5 hours and 39 minutes, covering a distance of 2,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from TPA to LAX?
With 86% of flights usually arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To avoid potential delays on the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
If you're on a direct flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles, Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from TPA to LAX often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a TPA to LAX flight and hotel package?
Booking a TPA to LAX flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your TPA to LAX flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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