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$41+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Tampa (TPA)

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WAS — TPA
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Tampa (TPA). 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 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$92
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$41
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$263

Good round-trip deal

$129 or less

Good one-way deal

$71 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Tampa flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Tampa flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Tampa
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 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.
Sat 5/319:34 pmBWI - TPA
Nonstop2h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/29:56 pmTPA - BWI
Nonstop2h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$93
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Fri 5/26:31 pmBWI - TPA
Nonstop2h 24mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/510:00 pmTPA - BWI
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/23$95
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/912:53 pmIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Wed 4/169:45 amTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Deal found 3/23$97
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/81:03 pmBWI - TPA
Nonstop2h 34mFrontier
Mon 5/129:37 amTPA - BWI
Nonstop2h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$99
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:35 pmIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/236:20 pmTPA - IAD
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$178
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.
Wed 4/167:30 amDCA - TPA
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Wed 4/231:55 pmTPA - DCA
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$179
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/238:45 amDCA - TPA
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Sat 4/267:05 amTPA - DCA
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/23$197
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/156:00 amIAD - TPA
1 stop4h 02mDelta
Tue 4/2911:43 amTPA - IAD
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/23$198
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.
Tue 4/1512:00 pmBWI - TPA
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Wed 4/236:20 amTPA - BWI
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/24$199
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:53 pmIAD - TPA
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/207:45 pmTPA - IAD
1 stop14h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$207
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/77:00 amDCA - TPA
1 stop5h 26mJetBlue
Thu 4/101:57 pmTPA - DCA
1 stop7h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 3/24$216
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.
Wed 5/77:55 amDCA - TPA
Nonstop2h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/127:11 pmTPA - DCA
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$228

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreTampa

BWI - TPA

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/31

9:34 pm-12:06 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Tampa

Mon 6/2

9:56 pm-12:17 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$93

BaltimoreTampa

BWI - TPA

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/2

6:31 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Tampa

Mon 5/5

10:00 pm-8:59 am

1 stop10h 59m

$95

BaltimoreTampa

BWI - TPA

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/19

1:50 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Tampa

Thu 4/24

9:45 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$96

Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD - TPA

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/9

12:53 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

Wed 4/16

9:45 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$97

Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD - TPA

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

3:30 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Tampa

Wed 4/23

8:50 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$178

Washington, D.C.Tampa

DCA - TPA

DCATPA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

7:30 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Tampa

Wed 4/23

1:55 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$179

BaltimoreTampa

BWI - TPA

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/24

7:25 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

Mon 5/26

6:50 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

$189

Washington, D.C.Tampa

DCA - TPA

DCATPA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/23

8:45 am-1:54 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Tampa

Sat 4/26

7:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$197

Washington, D.C.Tampa

IAD - TPA

IADTPA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop4h 02m

Tampa

Tue 4/29

11:43 am-7:53 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$198

BaltimoreTampa

BWI - TPA

BWITPA

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

12:00 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Tampa

Wed 4/23

6:20 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 32m

$199

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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 Washington, D.C. 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
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights

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Airports
IAD

For quick check-in at IAD, locate your airline's counter on either side of the central island. Afternoons can be crowded, so plan accordingly.

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TPA

TPA's Blue Express Curbside lanes let arriving passengers without checked bags skip baggage claim for a faster exit.

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Tampa flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 25, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to TPA are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Tampa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tampa from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa (TPA) should be relatively easy as there are 18 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Tampa round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Tampa, with prices starting at $95. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $97 and $178, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $41. Frontier flights start at $58 while deals on United Airlines start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

    Before booking your flight to Tampa from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Ethiopian Air (89%), ANA (87%), Air China( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

    On average you can expect to pay $399 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $39 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Tampa) is currently priced at $136.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$25Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$38Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$84Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$115Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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