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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to Tampa, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to Tampa, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Los Angeles to Tampa - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Tampa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Tampa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Tampa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Tampa is September, where tickets cost £214 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and November, where the average cost of tickets is £355 and £315 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Tampa?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Tampa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Tampa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 85 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Los Angeles and Tampa?

United Airlines connects Los Angeles to Tampa with up to 2 flights per day. American Airlines also offers 1 flight per day, while Delta follows with 1 flight per day.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and Tampa per day?

Each day, there are between 4 and 6 nonstop flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Tampa, with an average flight time of 4h 42m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 38 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and Tampa?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to Tampa?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 08:25 and will be landing in Tampa at 16:16.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to Tampa?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to Tampa jets off at 23:59 and lands at 07:38.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Tampa

Low season

October

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Tampa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Tampa

  • Can I fly non-stop from Los Angeles International Airport to Tampa International Airport?

    Various airlines operate direct flights between the departure and arrival airports, such as Delta, KLM, LATAM Airlines, United Airlines, Korean Air, and WestJet. Compare the prices of the different airlines to save some money and pick whichever airline suits you best. If you have any inquiries, you can contact the airline for more information.

  • Where can I sleep at Tampa International Airport (TPA)?

    If you are looking for a place to rest and stay for the night or a couple of days, you do not have to worry. Just inside the airport, there is the Tampa Airport Marriott, which is approximately 3 miles from the International Plaza Mall. The hotel has elegant amenities like an outside pool and spacious accommodation.

  • Is there public transportation from Tampa International Airport (TPA)?

    Yes. You can find buses in the ground transportation bus spaces. The buses connect the airport to downtown Tampa, Pasco, Citrus County, Orlando, Fort Myers, and Pinellas County. You can choose to use transportation companies like Uber, depending on the size of your group and luggage.

  • Are there pet relief areas in LAX?

    Los Angeles International Airport is animal friendly, where you can walk your dog and enjoy the comfort provided by the space. If you are traveling with your pet, ensure you contact the airline you travel with and inquire about their policies on animal traveling. We recommend that you do this before your travel day to avoid any inconveniences.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Tampa flight route: American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Lufthansa, Cape Air, and Air Canada.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Tampa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Tampa, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Tampa on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Tampa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tampa from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Tampa with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Tampa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tampa from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Tampa

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is endowed with many lounges where you can relax and finish up on work as you wait to board your flight. Among them are Los Angeles International Lounge, Qantas Airways International First Lounge, Centurion Lounge, and American Airlines Admirals Club, to mention a few. They provide a quieter environment, better customer service, food, and drinks.
  • If you are physically challenged or traveling with someone who is, there is no need to worry. Tampa International Airport (TPA) has made sure that the airport is accessible to everyone. They offer assistance and wheelchairs to the physically disabled. You can contact the airport prior to your trip to request assistance and avoid inconveniences.
  • LAX is about 18 miles from the Los Angeles city center. To avoid arriving late for your flight, you can decide to stay at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport, which is not far from the airport. They provide a free shuttle to LAX. These rooms are also pet-friendly if you happen to be traveling with your four-legged friend.
  • Tampa International Airport is intentionally designed to curb the distances the average passenger would walk through the airport. With shorter walking distances, you can easily get to the gates quickly. If you are traveling with children, take advantage of the play areas in the airport upon landing. The play areas are installed with hand sanitizer dispensers at the entry to combat germs you might be worried about.
  • The LAX airport provides spacious nursing areas that can accommodate multiple nursing mothers. They are ideal for mothers looking for a quiet place to breastfeed or breast pump.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Tampa?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Tampa, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Tampa

Monday

Air France, American Airlines, China Southern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines, +5 more

American Airlines, Delta, +6 more

Wednesday

Air France, American Airlines, Delta, +5 more

Air France, American Airlines, +6 more

Thursday

Air France, American Airlines, Delta, +5 more

Air France, American Airlines, +6 more

Friday

Air France, American Airlines, China Southern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Saturday

Air France, American Airlines, Delta, +5 more

Air France, American Airlines, +6 more

Sunday

Air France, American Airlines, China Southern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

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Direct returns

Tampa to Los Angeles

Monday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +5 more

Air France, American Airlines, +6 more

Tuesday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Wednesday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Thursday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Friday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Saturday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

Sunday

Air France, American Airlines, China Eastern, +6 more

Air France, American Airlines, +7 more

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
4h 36mLAX-TPA
directKLM
4h 33mLAX-TPA
directAir France
4h 36mLAX-TPA
directQantas Airways
4h 36mLAX-TPA
directChina Southern
4h 28mLAX-TPA
directDelta
4h 47mLAX-TPA
directKorean Air
4h 33mLAX-TPA
directVirgin Australia
4h 51mLAX-TPA
directUnited Airlines
4h 51mLAX-TPA
directWestJet
4h 47mLAX-TPA

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Los Angeles - Tampa Flights

Departure:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Destination:

Tampa (TPA)United States

Return flight deals:

Tampa - Los Angeles

Cabin classes:

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