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$54+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Tampa (RIC - 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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — TPA
mar. 30 — abr. 61
dom. 3/30
dom. 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$54
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$281

Good round-trip deal

$127 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 25, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/712:50 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 14mBreeze Airways
jue. 7/316:05 amTPA - RIC
Nonstop2h 09mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/24$120
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/285:15 amRIC - TPA
1 stop25h 42mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/305:00 amTPA - RIC
1 stop16h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$126
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/712:50 pmRIC - TPA
Nonstop2h 14mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/315:30 amTPA - RIC
1 stop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$174
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/2912:59 pmRIC - TPA
1 stop7h 26mJetBlue
jue. 6/510:15 amTPA - RIC
1 stop8h 38mJetBlue
Deal found 3/23$224
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.
vie. 4/187:05 pmRIC - TPA
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
jue. 4/245:30 amTPA - RIC
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$279
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/165:40 amRIC - TPA
1 stop4h 22mDelta
mié. 4/165:43 pmTPA - RIC
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 3/24$287
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/266:00 amRIC - TPA
2 stops14h 00mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/2911:00 amTPA - RIC
2 stops12h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$326
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/126:12 pmRIC - TPA
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 4/196:01 amTPA - RIC
1 stop4h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$335

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 marzo 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Tampa that are best for you.

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RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 7/7

12:50 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Tampa

jue. 7/31

6:05 am-8:14 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$120

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 4/28

5:15 am-6:57 am

1 stop25h 42m

Tampa

mié. 4/30

5:00 am-9:57 pm

1 stop16h 57m

$126

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 4/5

10:19 am-9:01 pm

1 stop10h 42m

Tampa

mié. 4/9

9:08 am-11:18 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$154

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 4/16

9:50 am-6:07 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Tampa

sáb. 4/19

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop3h 59m

$287

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 5/29

5:25 am-1:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Tampa

lun. 6/2

5:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 00m

$292

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 5/2

6:05 am-2:16 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Tampa

lun. 5/5

7:25 am-2:23 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$305

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 5/9

1:25 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Tampa

mar. 5/13

3:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$312

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 4/26

6:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Tampa

mar. 4/29

11:00 am-11:15 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$326

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 4/3

8:40 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$54

RichmondTampa

RIC - TPA

RICTPA

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 4/22

5:15 am-6:57 am

1 stop25h 42m

$57

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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 Richmond 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
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Richmond-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-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 Richmond to Tampa

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Tampa is 64 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 Richmond to Tampa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 marzo 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

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

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 marzo 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Breeze Airways from Richmond to Tampa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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 Richmond to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Tampa flight route?

    This flight path from Richmond Byrd Intl to Tampa was viewed by 15 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($120), Spirit Airlines ($126), and Delta ($287) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Tampa. Breeze Airways is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Spirit Airlines flights start at $57 while deals on JetBlue start at $108 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $112 on average our data indicates $148 when flying from Richmond to Tampa.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond to Tampa?

    Richmond to Tampa flights have a layover in Charlotte most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    The majority of Charlotte visitors spend their time at Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Those on a layover in Charlotte interested in visiting Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, or North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center can do so by traveling 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas. Travelers in need of a car in Charlotte can rent one for about $46 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond to Tampa flights?

    Of the flights from Richmond to Tampa that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Atlanta.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 marzo 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$108Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$184Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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