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$86+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Tampa (MSP - 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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — TPA
Mar 17 — Mar 241
Mon 3/17
Mon 3/24
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Tampa are usually found in April or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$159
(Delta)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

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March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$337

Good round-trip deal

$168 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 4/117:00 pmMSP - TPA
Nonstop3h 06mDelta
Fri 4/187:25 amTPA - MSP
Nonstop3h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/12$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 3/194:27 pmMSP - TPA
1 stop13h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/2610:12 pmTPA - MSP
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/36:00 amMSP - TPA
1 stop22h 31mFrontier
Thu 4/106:45 amTPA - MSP
1 stop17h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/11$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Mon 3/312:47 pmMSP - TPA
Nonstop3h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/27:59 pmTPA - MSP
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$162
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/236:27 amMSP - TPA
Nonstop3h 10mSun Country Air
Sat 5/311:50 amTPA - MSP
Nonstop3h 30mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/10$183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/266:34 amMSP - TPA
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/297:11 pmTPA - MSP
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/231:45 pmMSP - TPA
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/24:25 pmTPA - MSP
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/10$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 4/15:40 amMSP - TPA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Tue 4/82:50 pmTPA - MSP
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/11$307

Find flights from Minneapolis to Tampa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis to Tampa 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 12, 2025.

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MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/11

7:00 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Tampa

Fri 4/18

7:25 am-9:58 am

Nonstop3h 33m

$159

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/19

4:27 pm-7:10 am

1 stop13h 43m

Tampa

Wed 3/26

10:12 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops17h 06m

$160

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-5:31 am

1 stop22h 31m

Tampa

Thu 4/10

6:45 am-11:33 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$161

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/31

2:47 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Tampa

Wed 4/2

7:59 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$162

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/23

6:27 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Tampa

Thu 5/1

11:50 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$183

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/26

6:34 am-2:44 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Tampa

Tue 4/29

7:11 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$199

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/23

1:45 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Tampa

Tue 4/29

4:25 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$294

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/1

5:40 am-4:05 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Tampa

Tue 4/8

2:50 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$307

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-9:39 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$86

MinneapolisTampa

MSP - TPA

MSPTPA

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/9

8:12 am-4:04 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$87

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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 Minneapolis to Tampa in March.
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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Minneapolis-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Tampa 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 Minneapolis-Tampa 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 Minneapolis to Tampa

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Travel insights for flights from Minneapolis to Tampa

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Minneapolis to Tampa. 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 Minneapolis to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Minneapolis 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 MSP to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 March 12, 2025.

When flying from Minneapolis to Tampa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 March 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to TPA are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Tampa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

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 March 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Minneapolis to Tampa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
4,297 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
7,953 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
4,297 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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.

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
357 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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 Minneapolis to Tampa. 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 Minneapolis to Tampa?

    Booking a flight from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Tampa (TPA) is your only option if you wish to fly from Minneapolis to Tampa. On a typical day, there are 10 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Tampa, all of which are around 3h 08m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 8 airlines when you book a flight from Minneapolis St Paul to Tampa.

  • How popular is this Minneapolis to Tampa flight route?

    Within the past month, 51 users have taken a look at flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Tampa.

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

    Delta, at $159, was found to be the cheapest airline from Minneapolis to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Spirit Airlines. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $86 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $88 and $92, respectively.

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

    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 Minneapolis to Tampa on time: Southwest (100%), Air France (88%), KLM (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Tampa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Tampa? While on average our users pay $239, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $87. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Tampa), is priced around $124.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Minneapolis 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 8 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Tampa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 March 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$136Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Allegiant AirCheapest$137Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$155Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$160Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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