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$41+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (CMH)

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — CMH
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tampa to Columbus are usually found in May or April, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus (CMH). 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$85
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One-way from

$41
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$146 or less
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/184:59 pmTPA - CMH
Nonstop2h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/231:34 pmCMH - TPA
Nonstop2h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$85
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/211:15 amTPA - CMH
1 stop6h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/68:15 pmCMH - TPA
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/246:10 amTPA - CMH
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sun 4/276:55 pmCMH - TPA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$257
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/157:14 amTPA - CMH
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Fri 4/187:51 pmCMH - TPA
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/25$261
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.
Mon 5/192:43 pmTPA - CMH
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2110:32 amCMH - TPA
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$347

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Fri 4/18

4:59 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Columbus

Wed 4/23

1:34 pm-3:54 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$85

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Wed 7/2

11:15 am-5:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Columbus

Sun 7/6

8:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop14h 35m

$242

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Thu 4/24

6:10 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Columbus

Sun 4/27

6:55 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$257

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Tue 4/15

7:14 am-5:39 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Columbus

Fri 4/18

7:51 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 35m

$261

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Mon 5/19

2:43 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Columbus

Wed 5/21

10:32 am-6:08 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$347

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Thu 6/12

9:00 am-5:11 am

2 stops20h 11m

Columbus

Sun 6/15

6:28 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 22m

$782

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Wed 4/9

4:59 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$41

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Tue 6/10

7:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$79

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Tue 5/13

8:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$129

TampaColumbus

TPA - CMH

TPACMH

Tampa

Sat 5/17

7:01 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$139

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tampa to Columbus in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-Columbus Airport 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-Columbus Airport 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 Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport

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

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

The best time to book flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport is 86 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 Columbus Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Tampa to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 March 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Tampa to Columbus Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% 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 Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Columbus. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 March 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Breeze Airways from Tampa to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

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 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?

    Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Columbus from Tampa. Booking flights from Tampa (TPA) to Columbus should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Columbus from 5 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $85. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $257 and $277, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 75% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $41. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Tampa to Columbus Airport for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport?

    While on average a flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport is generally $291, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $72. When looking at the most popular route, (Tampa - Columbus), you can expect to pay $83 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Tampa to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 5 airlines flying from Tampa to Columbus

Discover the top 5 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$92Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$262Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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