$69 Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (CMH)

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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbus (TPA-CMH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 30
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$137 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $137 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Sat, Aug 30
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$147 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $147 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 18
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$147 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $147 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$149 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $149 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 30
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$152 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $152 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $153 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 11
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$155 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $155 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 30
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$157 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $157 found 6 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Aug 24 - Tue, Aug 26
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$158 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $158 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
TPA
Tampa
CMH
Columbus
$161 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Tampa to Columbus, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $161 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (CMH)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $86 - $216 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (CMH)
Origin airport
Tampa Intl.
Destination airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
830 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 40 mins

Tampa to Columbus Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tampa to Columbus

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Tampa to Columbus

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

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 Columbus in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) cost?
Find cheap return flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) starting from $137. Grab a seat and take off on your trip. 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving TPA on July 30 2025 and touching down at CMH. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from TPA to CMH?
The cheapest flights from TPA to CMH 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
You can fly straight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from TPA to CMH?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from TPA to CMH is Southwest Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $69. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from TPA on September 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
With an average of 2 nonstop flights that operate from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) daily, you'll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
More travelers fly between TPA and CMH at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from TPA to CMH?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH).
What is the earliest flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)'s first flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) departs at approximately 7:35AM UTC-5. With a total journey time of 2h 15m, you'll land at around 9:50AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Flights from TPA to CMH have an average travel time of 2 hours and 16 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 830 mi.
What airline has the least delays from TPA to CMH?
With 80% of journeys usually arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). To check your flight status and get notified if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
To arrive at John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) on time, select a flight that takes off from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Columbus from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) is the only airport in Columbus with direct flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). Compare the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from TPA to CMH right before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a TPA to CMH flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a TPA to CMH flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
If you reserved your TPA to CMH flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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