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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Tampa International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $258. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Tampa.$227 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 28, returning Tue, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

Tampa.$235 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 13, returning Thu, Aug 27.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.

Tampa.$247 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 21, returning Sun, Jul 26.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jul 21, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Sun, Jul 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.

Tampa.$258 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 11, returning Sat, Jun 13.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Jun 11, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Sat, Jun 13, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.

Tampa.$261 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 27, returning Sat, Jul 25.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Jun 27, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Sat, Jul 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $261, select.

Tampa.$264 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 20, returning Tue, Oct 27.Round-trip flight with Breeze Airways and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Oct 20, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $264, select.

Tampa.$286 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 25, returning Sat, Sep 19.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Aug 25, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departing from Tampa International on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.

Tampa.$306 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 9, returning Sat, Sep 26.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Sep 9, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Sat, Sep 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $306, select.

Tampa.$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 7, returning Wed, Nov 18.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Nov 7, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Wed, Nov 18, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.

Tampa.$326 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 19, returning Wed, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Aug 19, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Tampa International on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $326, select.

Tampa.$326 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 28, returning Tue, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Tampa International on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $326, select.

Tampa.$326 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 21, returning Tue, Jul 28.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Jul 21, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Tampa International on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $326, select.

Tampa.$329 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 20, returning Tue, Oct 27.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Oct 20, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Tampa International on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.

Tampa.$330 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11, returning Tue, Nov 17.Round-trip flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departing from Tampa International on Tue, Nov 17, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Tampa.$332 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 1, returning Thu, Dec 31.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Los Angeles International on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Tampa International on Thu, Dec 31, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $332, select.

Tampa.$332 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 11, returning Fri, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Los Angeles International on Mon, Jan 11, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Tampa International on Fri, Jan 15, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $332, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Tampa International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Tampa International flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Los Angeles to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$226
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	4 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	76

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Tampa International: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Los Angeles International to Tampa International?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Tampa International is $226. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles International to Tampa International?

4 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Tampa International.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Tampa International?

Southwest Airlines, Virgin Australia and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Tampa International.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles International to Tampa International?

There are 76 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Tampa International, as of May 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles International to Tampa International?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Tampa International is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 44 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Tampa International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tampa International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Tampa?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa International.

Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, making Tampa three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
There are 34 Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LAX to TPA flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Tampa (and then other corners of United States) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for LAX to TPA flights, with 92.31% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between LAX and TPA include:
- Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
- Dallas Love Field Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

$105 is the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Return flights start at $226. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to TPA.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LAX to TPA.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LAX:

Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)

If you're landing on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near TPA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa

TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tampa. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to visit Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to TPA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

Tampa has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 274 kilometers north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometers south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are the start of reasons to visit.