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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa to Columbus? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Columbus.92 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 92 €, select.
Columbus.100 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 100 €, select.
Columbus.104 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 104 €, select.
Columbus.111 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Sat, 30 May, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 111 €, select.
Columbus.118 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 118 €, select.
Columbus.125 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.
Columbus.126 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 126 €, select.
Columbus.133 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Columbus Rickenbacker.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Columbus Rickenbacker on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 133 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Columbus

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from 104 €
Mar
from 100 €
Apr
from 125 €
May
from 111 €
Jun
from 138 €
Jul
from 207 €
Aug
from 191 €
Sep
from 296 €
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Direct flights from Tampa to Columbus

Alternative Tampa to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Tampa to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Port Columbus

11km from central Columbus
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from 92 €
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Columbus Rickenbacker

17km from central Columbus
from 111 €
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Tampa to Columbus: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found92 €
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Tampa to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa to Columbus is 92 €. 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 17 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa to Columbus.
Southwest Airlines and Allegiant Air fly direct from Tampa to Columbus.
As of February 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Tampa to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Columbus is usually February.
If you're flying from Tampa, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from 92 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tampa to Columbus on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 17 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 Columbus 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 Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around -1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Columbus is Spirit Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Columbus Rickenbacker Airport is Allegiant Air.

Flying from Tampa to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Embark on your next adventure from one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Columbus setting off from either of these bases.

  • The major arrival points in Columbus are John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Tampa to Columbus flight.

  • Columbus's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Tampa.

  • The most popular route for flights from Tampa to Columbus is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Take your pick of ten weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from TPA to CMH is the 05:15 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:00 with Southwest Airlines.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Tampa to Columbus flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus

  • 38 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Columbus. A return flight starts at 92 €. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • To secure cheap Tampa to Columbus flights, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on plane tickets from Tampa to Columbus. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Tampa to Columbus.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Tampa to Columbus flights.

Flying from Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from Tampa to Columbus, you can depart from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Get from TPA to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) without making any stops.

  • Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Tampa to Columbus plane tickets leaving from TPA.

  • The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Columbus or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • Of all flights departing from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.

Arriving in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Tampa to Columbus, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMH:

  • Explore without limits with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Columbus and beyond.

  • To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.

  • CMH is situated at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. Following your flight from Tampa to Columbus, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Columbus, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Columbus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your Tampa to Columbus tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tampa to Columbus around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Columbus

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Columbus right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Columbus:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are major attractions which should feature on every Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Columbus. Around 451 kilometres to the north-west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No journey is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

Plan the rest of your trip from Tampa to Columbus

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