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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa International to Los Angeles International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.144 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Los Angeles.148 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 148 €, select.
Los Angeles.155 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 155 €, select.
Los Angeles.156 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Los Angeles.172 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 172 €, select.
Los Angeles.173 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Thu, 26 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 173 €, select.
Los Angeles.180 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 180 €, select.
Los Angeles.184 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 184 €, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa International to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from 173 €
Jul
from 144 €
Aug
from 148 €
Sep
from 180 €
Oct
from 185 €
Nov
from 198 €
Dec
from 385 €
Jan
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Feb
from 255 €
Mar
from 436 €
Apr
from 258 €
May
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Direct flights from Tampa International to Los Angeles International

Tampa International to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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

Tampa to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found144 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time5 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week76

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa International to Los Angeles International is 144 €. 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.
5 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa International to Los Angeles International.
LATAM Airlines, WestJet and Virgin Australia fly direct from Tampa International to Los Angeles International.
As of June 2025, there are 70 flights per week flying from Tampa International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa International to Los Angeles International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, 8 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

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

  • Jump on a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles three hours behind Tampa.

  • Each week, there are 35 Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.

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

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Los Angeles holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of United States:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.

  • American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for TPA to LAX flights, with 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled.

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

  • 59 € is currently the best price for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start at 144 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from TPA to LAX by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from TPA to LAX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

  • Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on time at their destination.

  • Tampa International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near TPA? If you've booked an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Tampa International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TPA to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • San Jose is another standout destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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