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$77+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to California

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TPA — LAX
mar. 19 — mar. 261
mié. 3/19
mié. 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$160
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$77
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$424

Good round-trip deal

$342 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/96:45 amTPA - SJC
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
mié. 4/164:03 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$160
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mié. 4/96:45 amTPA - BUR
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
mié. 4/1612:33 pmBUR - TPA
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/96:45 amTPA - ONT
1 stop10h 42mFrontier
mié. 4/163:17 pmONT - TPA
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$160
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mié. 4/236:30 amTPA - SNA
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
mié. 4/3012:20 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop14h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$160
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/109:19 amTPA - LAS
Nonstop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
dom. 5/1111:43 pmLAS - TPA
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11$162
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/37:00 amTPA - LAS
1 stop6h 46mBreeze Airways
mié. 5/711:31 amLAS - TPA
1 stop6h 03mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/12$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/49:57 pmTPA - LAS
Nonstop4h 39mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/1010:31 pmLAS - TPA
Nonstop4h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$171
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mar. 4/295:35 amTPA - BUR
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/134:18 pmBUR - TPA
1 stop9h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$173
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mié. 4/96:45 amTPA - SJC
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/1611:07 amSJC - TPA
2 stops9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/295:35 amTPA - SNA
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/134:27 pmSNA - TPA
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/110:27 pmTPA - RNO
1 stop15h 59mFrontier
vie. 4/412:27 pmRNO - TPA
1 stop14h 04mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$185
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mar. 4/225:35 amTPA - OAK
1 stop15h 00mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/296:40 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop6h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$190

Find flights from Tampa to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.

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Tampa

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Return

Price

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 4/9

6:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

San Jose

mié. 4/16

4:03 pm-5:31 am

1 stop10h 28m

$160

TampaBurbank

TPA - BUR

TPABUR

Tampa

mié. 4/9

6:45 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 48m

Burbank Bob Hope

mié. 4/16

12:33 pm-5:31 am

1 stop13h 58m

$160

TampaOntario

TPA - ONT

TPAONT

Tampa

mié. 4/9

6:45 am-2:27 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Ontario

mié. 4/16

3:17 pm-5:31 am

1 stop11h 14m

$160

TampaSanta Ana

TPA - SNA

TPASNA

Tampa

mié. 4/23

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mié. 4/30

12:20 pm-5:31 am

1 stop14h 11m

$160

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

sáb. 5/10

9:19 am-11:07 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

dom. 5/11

11:43 pm-10:08 am

1 stop7h 25m

$162

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

lun. 4/14

8:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop6h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 4/19

12:32 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$170

TampaLas Vegas

TPA - LAS

TPALAS

Tampa

mié. 6/4

9:57 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 6/10

10:31 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop4h 29m

$171

TampaBurbank

TPA - BUR

TPABUR

Tampa

mar. 4/29

5:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Burbank Bob Hope

mar. 5/13

4:18 pm-5:07 am

1 stop9h 49m

$173

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 4/9

6:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

San Jose

mié. 4/16

11:07 am-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 28m

$177

TampaSanta Ana

TPA - SNA

TPASNA

Tampa

mar. 4/29

5:35 am-9:45 am

1 stop7h 10m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

mar. 5/13

4:27 pm-5:07 am

1 stop9h 40m

$177

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Travel insights for flights from Tampa to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to California (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TPA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Tampa to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated marzo 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Tampa to California. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,734 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
155 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,318 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Tampa to California?

    Most people fly from Tampa (TPA) if they book a flight from Tampa to California. Tampa is conveniently located just 4.9 mi from Tampa’s city center.

  • How popular is this Tampa to California flight route?

    Flights from Tampa to California have been viewed 19 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tampa to California one-way?

    $77 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Frontier, with prices starting from $78 and $80, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Tampa to California?

    The most popular route from Tampa to California is Tampa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Tampa - Los Angeles or Tampa - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tampa to California?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Tampa to California on time: LATAM Airlines (100%), Air France (97%), Delta (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,056 for a flight from Tampa to California. The cheapest flight overall is $183 while the most popular route, (Tampa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $137.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tampa to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Tampa to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Tampa to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Tampa to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to California (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Tampa to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$119Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$151Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$203Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$220Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$277Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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