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$48+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Houston

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TPA — HOU
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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One-way from

$48
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Average price

$217
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/224:12 pmTPA - IAH
Nonstop2h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2912:03 pmIAH - TPA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$89
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/244:12 pmTPA - IAH
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/287:09 pmIAH - TPA
Nonstop2h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$107
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/37:02 amTPA - IAH
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Mon 5/57:12 pmIAH - TPA
Nonstop2h 11mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$121
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Thu 5/85:25 amTPA - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Tue 5/138:05 pmHOU - TPA
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/28$171
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Wed 4/1611:38 amTPA - IAH
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/207:20 amIAH - TPA
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$171
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/1912:20 pmTPA - HOU
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Sat 5/310:13 amHOU - TPA
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/27$191
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 4/196:00 amTPA - IAH
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Sat 4/194:51 pmIAH - TPA
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/26$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/2211:31 amTPA - IAH
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/294:43 pmIAH - TPA
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/194:51 pmTPA - HOU
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/225:00 amHOU - TPA
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/810:27 pmTPA - HOU
1 stop12h 05mFrontier
Fri 4/1110:36 amHOU - TPA
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$260
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/296:50 pmTPA - HOU
1 stop17h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/3110:36 amHOU - TPA
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$454

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Houston that are best for you.

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TampaHouston

TPA - IAH

TPAIAH

Tampa

Tue 4/22

4:12 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

12:03 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$89

TampaHouston

TPA - IAH

TPAIAH

Tampa

Thu 4/24

4:12 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/28

7:09 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$107

TampaHouston

TPA - IAH

TPAIAH

Tampa

Sat 5/3

7:02 am-8:42 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/5

7:12 pm-10:23 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$121

TampaHouston

TPA - HOU

TPAHOU

Tampa

Thu 4/17

6:40 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sun 4/27

7:40 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$171

TampaHouston

TPA - IAH

TPAIAH

Tampa

Wed 4/16

11:38 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/20

7:20 am-10:36 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$171

TampaHouston

TPA - IAH

TPAIAH

Tampa

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop6h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/19

4:51 pm-12:26 am

1 stop6h 35m

$191

TampaHouston

TPA - HOU

TPAHOU

Tampa

Tue 4/22

7:29 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/24

5:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$197

TampaHouston

TPA - IAH

TPAIAH

Tampa

Thu 5/22

11:31 am-5:19 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/29

4:43 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$197

TampaHouston

TPA - HOU

TPAHOU

Tampa

Tue 4/15

8:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/19

4:00 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 26m

$234

TampaHouston

TPA - HOU

TPAHOU

Tampa

Tue 4/8

10:27 pm-9:32 am

1 stop12h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/12

12:27 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$240

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The best insider tips for Tampa to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Tampa to Houston trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for short flights.


Use Spirit's self-service bag drop for a faster airport experience.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for added comfort.


Prepay for checked bags on United to save on fees.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis.


Enjoy free in-flight entertainment with Southwest's streaming service on personal devices.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
TPA

Use Blue Express Curbside for quick drop-off if you're not checking bags, streamlining your departure at TPA.

Read more about TPAby Ramsey Qubein
IAH

For a quick ride to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft is recommended, taking about 25 minutes from IAH.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on TPA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Tampa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Houston. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tampa to Houston is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Tampa to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Tampa to Houston in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Houston. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Tampa to Houston have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to Houston. 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 Houston?

    For a flight from Tampa to Houston, you will be flying from Tampa. Tampa (TPA) is just 4.9 mi from the center of the city. Tampa is the only Tampa airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Houston per day. 6 airlines have flights to Houston from Tampa on a regular basis.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $89, was found to be the cheapest airline from Tampa to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Southwest. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Tampa to Houston are Frontier ($48), Spirit Airlines ($51), and Southwest ($86).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Houston?

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to Houston is $104. On average you can expect to pay $314. The most popular route, (Tampa - Houston Hobby), can usually be booked for $89.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Tampa to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 6 airlines flying from Tampa to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Houston. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$67Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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