$29 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Tampa (TPA)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to Tampa (IAH-TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $47 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jan 3 - Thu, Jan 8
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$47 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$47
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from Houston to Tampa, returning Thu, Jan 8, priced at $47 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Fri, Jan 9
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$54 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$54
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Houston to Tampa, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $54 found 10 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$64 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$64
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Houston to Tampa, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $64 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 18
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$66 Roundtrip, just found
$66
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Houston to Tampa, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $66 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jan 3 - Thu, Jan 8
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$71 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$71
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from Houston to Tampa, returning Thu, Jan 8, priced at $71 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 18
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$76 Roundtrip, just found
$76
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Houston to Tampa, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $76 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$85 Roundtrip, just found
$85
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Houston to Tampa, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $85 just found
United
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Houston to Tampa, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $157 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Houston to Tampa, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $177 just found
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 12
IAH
Houston
TPA
Tampa
$408 Roundtrip, just found
$408
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Houston to Tampa, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $408 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to Tampa (TPA)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $58 - $398 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Tampa

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

Select flight to Tampa Intl. TPA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $160
TPA
Tampa Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $160
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$47
Distance
785 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 13 mins

Houston to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to Tampa

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to Tampa

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

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 Houston to Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 Houston to Tampa 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 Houston to Tampa 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $29 or cheap return flight from $47 from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
January is the most affordable month to fly from IAH to TPA. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Catch a nonstop flight with United Airlines and fly straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are often frequently picked for flights between George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest fare for your IAH to TPA flight.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Each day, an average of 4 direct flights take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). Choose the departure time that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
More travelers fly between IAH and TPA at 7 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to TPA?
Depart on a Sunday if you're after the best selection of flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The earliest flight leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is at around 7:05AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 10:06AM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 2h 1m.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The average flight time from IAH to TPA is 2 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of 790 mi.
What airline has the least delays from IAH to TPA?
With 84% of journeys generally arriving on schedule, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). To check your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Choose a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Tampa from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Take a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa and land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). Another convenient arrival point to this city is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from IAH to TPA are typically more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to TPA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an IAH to TPA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your IAH to TPA flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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