Skyscanner home

112 € Cheap Flights from Columbus to Tampa International

Compare Columbus to Tampa International flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Tampa International

Book the best Tampa International fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Columbus to Tampa International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Tampa International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 112 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.112 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 112 €, select.
Tampa.112 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 112 €, select.
Tampa.127 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 127 €, select.
Tampa.160 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 160 €, select.
Tampa.175 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 175 €, select.
Tampa.178 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 178 €, select.
Tampa.179 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 179 €, select.
Tampa.179 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 179 €, select.
Tampa.205 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 205 €, select.
Tampa.210 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 210 €, select.
Tampa.262 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 262 €, select.
Tampa.288 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 288 €, select.
Tampa.288 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 288 €, select.
Tampa.288 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 288 €, select.
Tampa.290 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 290 €, select.
Tampa.309 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From 309 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Tampa International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Columbus to Tampa International flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from 175 €
Apr
from 112 €
May
from 112 €
Jun
from 179 €
Jul
from 179 €
Aug
from 160 €
Sep
Find prices
Oct
from 341 €
Nov
Find prices
Dec
Find prices
Jan
Find prices
Feb
Find prices

Direct flights from Columbus to Tampa International

Columbus to Tampa International: Alternative routes

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

Tampa Peter O'Knight

4km from central Tampa
Closest
Search flights

Tampa International

8km from central Tampa
from 112 €
Search flights

St. Pete–Clearwater International

22km from central Tampa
Cheapest
from 104 €
Search flights

Lakeland

44km from central Tampa
Search flights

Sarasota

62km from central Tampa
from 117 €
Search flights

Columbus to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found112 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week16

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Tampa International is 112 €. 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 16 minutes is the average flight time from Columbus to Tampa International.
Southwest Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from Columbus to Tampa International.
As of March 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Columbus to Tampa International.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Tampa International is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Tampa International Airport on Sunday, 19 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 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.

Flying from Columbus to Tampa International Airport (TPA): What you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Tampa International Airport (TPA) departing from either of these.

  • The average duration of a direct Columbus to Tampa International Airport flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Tampa International Airport is located in Tampa. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus.

  • The busiest route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). There are 10 direct services every week. Southwest Airlines operates a 5am departure between CMH and TPA.

  • Your flight from Columbus to TPA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Direct flights from Columbus to Tampa International Airport (TPA) are available from here.

  • When leaving from CMH, you can take a direct flight from Columbus to Tampa International Airport with Southwest Airlines.

  • Southwest Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from CMH to TPA.

  • With 72.46% of services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.

  • The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel near John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Tampa International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.5% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • LCK is about 26 kilometres from central Columbus. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Relax before your Columbus to TPA flight at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.14%.

About Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa

  • The centre of Tampa is roughly 8 kilometres from Tampa International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before you go.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.

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

  • At the moment, 51 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Tampa International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 112 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from Columbus to TPA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Columbus to Tampa International Airport ticket.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Columbus to TPA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Save money on your flight from Columbus to Tampa International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Tampa. July is when most people book flights from Columbus to Tampa International Airport (TPA), which may be ideal if you're after more action.

  • The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Columbus to TPA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Columbus to Tampa International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Tampa

  • After booking your flight from Columbus to Tampa International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:

  • You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Tampa when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Super Bowl followed by Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Tampa, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From St. John's Cathedral to San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Orlando is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Tampa. No journey is complete without a visit to Hogwarts, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Hogwarts Express.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Tampa

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.