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$82+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Tampa (TPA)

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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TPA
Aug 9 — Aug 161
Sat 8/9
Sat 8/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Tampa are usually found in August or September, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated August 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$82
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$309
From Irvine to Tampa
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1810:23 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop10h 51mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/255:07 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop9h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/3$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/1412:18 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 51mBreeze Airways
Thu 8/216:15 amTPA - LAX
1 stop8h 18mBreeze Airways
Deal found 8/2$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/1412:18 pmLAX - TPA
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/187:12 pmTPA - LAX
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$216

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

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Irvine

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

10:23 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop10h 51m

Tampa

Thu 9/25

5:07 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$202

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

12:18 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Tampa

Thu 8/21

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 18m

$211

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 8/19

12:22 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Tampa

Sun 9/7

5:45 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 25m

$214

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

12:18 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$82

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

7:50 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 15m

$83

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

9:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop9h 40m

$103

Los AngelesTampa

LAX - TPA

LAXTPA

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

3:48 pm-6:35 am

1 stop11h 47m

$135

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Deals found on 8/4

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Tampa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Tampa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Tampa. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Tampa is 59 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 Irvine to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Irvine to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 IR9 to TPA?

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Tampa flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Tampa. 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 August 4, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Irvine to Tampa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated August 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways, and Spirit Airlines from Irvine to Tampa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
191 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,053 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,232 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to Tampa. 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 into for flights to Tampa from Irvine?

    Tampa (TPA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Irvine to Tampa. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tampa from Irvine; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Tampa airport from Irvine. It is only a 4.9 mi journey from Tampa (TPA) to Tampa’s city center.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Tampa flight route?

    Within the past month, 20 users have taken a look at flights from Irvine to Tampa.

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

    Consider United Airlines (94%), Virgin Australia (93%) or LATAM Airlines (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Tampa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Tampa?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Tampa is $198. On average you can expect to pay $879. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Tampa), can usually be booked for $145.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Irvine to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Irvine to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Irvine to Tampa. 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 August 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$122Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$124Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$208Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$319Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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