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$86+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — TPA
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Tampa are usually found in May or June, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 April 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Southwest)

One-way from

$86
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$240

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$85 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/95:10 amHOU - TPA
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Sun 5/116:15 amTPA - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/209:12 amHOU - TPA
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/247:40 pmTPA - HOU
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/116:00 amHOU - TPA
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Tue 6/175:20 amTPA - HOU
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/16$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 4/1810:36 amHOU - TPA
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sun 4/206:50 amTPA - HOU
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Deal found 4/15$333

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

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/9

5:10 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Tampa

Sun 5/11

6:15 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$171

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/20

9:12 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Tampa

Sat 5/24

7:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$199

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

Tampa

Tue 6/17

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 55m

$217

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/15

7:12 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops24h 53m

Tampa

Sun 5/18

5:20 am-7:03 pm

3 stops14h 43m

$619

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/15

5:10 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$86

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$96

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/30

8:01 pm-7:27 pm

2 stops22h 26m

$116

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/19

12:27 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$139

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-12:59 pm

2 stops6h 59m

$140

HoustonTampa

HOU - TPA

HOUTPA

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/24

11:40 am-6:42 pm

1 stop30h 02m

$170

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

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Tampa. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 April 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 April 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to Tampa have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,282 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    Most people fly into Tampa (TPA) if they book a flight to Tampa from Houston Hobby. On average, Tampa has 2 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day from 5 airlines. Tampa is conveniently located just 4.9 mi from Tampa’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $171 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $199 and $217 round-trip. Southwest is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $86 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $96 and Frontier from $139 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa is $85. On average you can expect to pay $210. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Tampa), can usually be booked for $51.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Hobby to Tampa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 April 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$68Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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