$38 Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Philadelphia (TPA-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $38 for one-way flights and $60 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$60 Roundtrip, just found
$60
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $60 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 13
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$66 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$66
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $66 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$66 Roundtrip, just found
$66
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $66 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 9
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$72 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$72
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $72 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 13
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$81 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$81
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $81 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Aug 26
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$83 Roundtrip, just found
$83
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $83 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $162 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 18
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$171 Roundtrip, just found
$171
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $171 just found
United
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 1
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$212 Roundtrip, just found
$212
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $212 just found
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 11
TPA
Tampa
PHL
Philadelphia
$215 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Tampa to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $215 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa (TPA) to Philadelphia (PHL)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $57 - $373 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Philadelphia

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Select flight to Philadelphia Intl. PHL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $108
PHL
Philadelphia Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $108
Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Tampa Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$59
Distance
921 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 42 mins

Tampa to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tampa to Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Tampa to Philadelphia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Tampa to Philadelphia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tampa to Philadelphia: 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 Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $38 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

 

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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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $38 or cheap return flight from $60 from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
The cheapest month to fly from TPA to PHL is October, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is often when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Skip the layovers and fly straight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) with 3 airlines, including:

  • American Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) and Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) can change depending on when you want to travel. Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines are just some of the choices offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's filter tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right TPA to PHL flight that fits your budget.
How many flights per day from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
When flying out of Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), you'll have a choice from an average of 6 daily nonstop flights to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Flights between TPA and PHL are busiest at 7 AM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from TPA to PHL?
Travel on a Friday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC-5, leaving from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). You'll be in the air for approximately 2h 35m, landing at Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) at approximately 9:35AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Flights from TPA to PHL have an average travel time of 2 hours and 33 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 920 mi.
What airline has the least delays from TPA to PHL?
With 87% of flights usually landing on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
To avoid possible delays on the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour 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 Philadelphia from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) offers direct flights to Philadelphia. Here are a few of the airports you can fly straight to:

  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY)
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from TPA to PHL are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start searching for flights ahead of time. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a TPA to PHL flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a TPA to PHL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
If you reserved your TPA to PHL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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