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Tampa.116 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 116 €, select.
Tampa.125 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.
Tampa.125 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.
Tampa.125 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.
Tampa.133 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 133 €, select.
Tampa.151 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 151 €, select.
Tampa.157 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
Tampa.157 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Tampa International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Port Columbus to Tampa International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from 151 €
Aug
from 125 €
Sep
from 116 €
Oct
from 157 €
Nov
from 125 €
Dec
from 203 €
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from 1.177 €

Direct flights from Port Columbus to Tampa International

Port Columbus to Tampa International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Port Columbus to Tampa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tampa International.

Columbus to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found116 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Port Columbus to Tampa International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Port Columbus to Tampa International is 116 €. 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.
2 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Port Columbus to Tampa International.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Port Columbus to Tampa International.
As of July 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Port Columbus to Tampa International.
The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Tampa International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to Tampa International Airport on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa International.

Travelling from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport.

  • Columbus and Tampa share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Take your pick of 11 weekly John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights. The 05:10 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:45.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMH to TPA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Southwest Airlines has direct flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Tampa — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CMH to TPA flights, with 72.46% of its services landing on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CMH and TPA:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Myrtle Beach International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • 58 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Return flights start from 116 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CMH to TPA.

  • The cheapest month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from CMH to TPA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, data shows 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to John Glenn Columbus International Airport from central Columbus, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to CMH:

Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa

  • TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.

  • Tampa International Airport to the centre of Tampa has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tampa in May.

  • Lock in your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you want to explore Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CMH to TPA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Tampa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Tampa

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