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$57+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus

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TPA — CMH
Nov 24 — Dec 11
Sun 11/24
Sun 12/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Tampa to Columbus are usually found in March or January, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 19, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/34:17 pmTPA - CMH
1 stop8h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/48:59 amCMH - TPA
1 stop10h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$155
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2410:40 amTPA - CMH
1 stop9h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/265:00 amCMH - TPA
1 stop10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:25 amTPA - CMH
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Mon 12/97:00 amCMH - TPA
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/132:35 pmTPA - CMH
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/166:00 amCMH - TPA
2 stops7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:00 amTPA - CMH
2 stops7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/298:04 pmCMH - TPA
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:30 amTPA - CMH
1 stop10h 28mDelta
Sun 12/86:00 amCMH - TPA
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/18$434

Find flights from Tampa to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to Columbus 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 2,659,078 searches. Data last updated November 19, 2024.

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TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Tue 12/3

4:17 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 19m

Columbus

Wed 12/4

8:59 am-7:30 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$155

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Sun 11/24

10:40 am-8:31 pm

1 stop9h 51m

Columbus

Tue 11/26

5:00 am-3:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$205

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Thu 1/30

8:45 am-11:00 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbus

Tue 2/4

7:30 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$298

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 12/13

2:35 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Columbus

Mon 12/16

6:00 am-1:57 pm

2 stops7h 57m

$351

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Tue 12/24

8:00 am-3:22 pm

2 stops7h 22m

Columbus

Sun 12/29

8:04 pm-12:11 am

1 stop4h 07m

$369

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Wed 12/4

7:30 am-5:58 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Columbus

Sun 12/8

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 14m

$434

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Sun 12/8

10:40 am-8:31 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$57

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 1/10

6:00 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$59

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Tue 12/3

4:17 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 19m

$61

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Mon 2/3

9:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$98

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Tampa to Columbus

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Tampa to Columbus including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Tampa to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tampa to Columbus. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Tampa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 19, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Columbus at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Columbus. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Columbus flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated November 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Tampa to Columbus have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,765 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Tampa (TPA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Tampa to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Tampa; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Tampa airport to Columbus. It is only a 4.9 mi journey to Tampa (TPA) from Tampa’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Tampa to Columbus round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tampa to Columbus round-trip from $155. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $298, and United Airlines, from $351. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $57. Southwest flights start at $59 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $61 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus?

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to Columbus is $154. On average you can expect to pay $389. The most popular route, (Tampa - Columbus), can usually be booked for $155.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Tampa to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from Tampa to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 7 airlines flying from Tampa to Columbus

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Columbus. 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 2,659,078 searches. Data last updated November 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$107Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$232Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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