Los Angeles

$104+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles (TPA - LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — LAX
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 April 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$104
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$227 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Tampa-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Tampa to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Tampa to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Tampa to Los Angeles.
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:04 pmTPA - LAX
2 stops28h 22mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/912:35 amLAX - TPA
1 stop8h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/3$229
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/269:00 amTPA - LAX
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1112:35 amLAX - TPA
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Thu 5/112:06 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Fri 5/210:37 amLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Deal found 4/4$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/27:00 amTPA - LAX
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/99:35 pmLAX - TPA
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 7/36:05 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/712:40 amLAX - TPA
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$308
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 8/88:00 amTPA - LAX
1 stop6h 54mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/1012:18 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 51mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/3$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Thu 5/16:45 pmTPA - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mDelta
Mon 5/510:29 pmLAX - TPA
Nonstop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/4$314
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:23 amTPA - LAX
1 stop10h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/2810:30 pmLAX - TPA
2 stops20h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/4$352
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/55:45 amTPA - LAX
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Sat 6/148:50 amLAX - TPA
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$361

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

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Return

Price

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Tue 5/6

10:04 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops28h 22m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

12:35 am-12:29 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$229

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Sat 4/26

9:00 am-3:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

12:35 am-12:29 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$234

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Thu 5/1

12:06 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/2

10:37 am-8:51 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$240

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Fri 5/2

7:15 am-9:42 am

Nonstop5h 27m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/4

10:29 pm-5:47 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$289

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-9:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

11:46 am-11:14 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$298

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Thu 7/3

6:05 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/7

12:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 55m

$308

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Fri 8/8

8:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 54m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

12:18 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$313

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Tue 4/22

7:23 am-2:46 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

10:30 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$352

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Fri 8/29

4:40 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

8:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$360

TampaLos Angeles

TPA - LAX

TPALAX

Tampa

Tue 4/22

4:12 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$104

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tampa to Los Angeles in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Tampa-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to Los Angeles. 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 April 4, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to LAX are scheduled on a Friday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Tampa to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from Tampa, then you need to book flights from Tampa to Los Angeles. There are 7 flights from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Tampa are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 04m is how long a nonstop flight from Tampa to Los Angeles typically takes.

  • How popular is this Tampa to Los Angeles flight route?

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $229, was found to be the cheapest airline from Tampa to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and United Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $104 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $112 and Breeze Airways from $113 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles on time: WestJet (91%), Virgin Australia (87%), United Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles is generally $1,140, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $183. When looking at the most popular route, (Tampa - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $156 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Tampa to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to Los Angeles. 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$229Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$232Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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