$74 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tampa (TPA)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $74 for one-way flights and $142 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 31
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$142 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $142 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$144 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $144 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 2
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $146 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$147 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $147 found 21 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 9
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$148 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $148 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$149 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $149 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 26 - Sat, Aug 30
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$150 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $150 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 28
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$268 Roundtrip, just found
$268
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $268 just found
Delta
Fri, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 23
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$284 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $284 found 6 hours ago
United
Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 1
LAX
Los Angeles
TPA
Tampa
$284 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Los Angeles to Tampa, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $284 found 9 hours ago

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $126 - $241 per traveler.

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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 $198
TPA
Tampa Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $198
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa 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
$142
Distance
2153 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 55 mins

Los Angeles to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Tampa are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tampa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $74 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
You can land affordable return tickets from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) starting from $250. Reserve your seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving LAX on July 31 2025 and touching down at TPA. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to TPA?
The cheapest flights from LAX to TPA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
You can fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to TPA?
Right now, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from LAX to TPA is Delta. You can jet off on this route from $199. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Every day, an average of 2 nonstop flights operate from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). Pick the departure time that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Flights between LAX and TPA are busiest at 9 AM. For a quieter trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to TPA?
Wednesday has the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The first flight of the day departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 9:35AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll arrive at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 5:11PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 4h 36m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Flights from LAX to TPA have an average travel time of 4 hours and 34 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 2,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to TPA?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 83%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Browse your flight options from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). This is the only Tampa airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from LAX to TPA often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to TPA flight and hotel package?
Booking a LAX to TPA flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your LAX to TPA flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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