What percentage of Miami to Tampa flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 90% of flights from Miami to Tampa are direct. This indicates a high availability of non-stop options for this route. For the remaining flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers when connecting is typically 2. Travelers can generally expect to find direct flights for this journey.

What's the flight time from Miami to Tampa?

The typical direct flight time from Miami to Tampa is 1 hour and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 329 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 7 hours and 33 minutes. Travelers prioritizing speed will find direct options to be significantly faster for this route. The difference in travel time between direct and one-stop flights is substantial.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Miami to Tampa?

Historically, good prices on flights from Miami to Tampa are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable deals for this route. The consistent availability of good prices makes it a route where diligent searching can often lead to savings. This trend has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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2026-10-27 – 2026-10-31
MIA - Tampa
73% AI deal score
$232
$128
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Miami to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Miami to Tampa

For flights from Miami to Tampa, recent fares typically range from $259 to $628, with a median price of $547. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Miami to Tampa.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Miami to Tampa, August stands out with a median fare of $97. November is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $110. Another month with lower prices is January, where the median fare is $288.

A typical journey from Miami to Tampa takes about 1h 10m. This duration reflects the median flight time for all itineraries, including those with connections. For direct flights, the median flight time is also 1h 10m, while connecting itineraries typically take 8h 58m.

The route from Miami to Tampa covers a distance of 329 kilometers. This makes it a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Miami to Tampa

Regular price: $149 - $218

Prices for flights from Miami to Tampa are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $149 to $218. The current lowest deal is $130 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 8-Sep 13.

now $130

Low $149

High $218

The cheapest time to fly from Miami to Tampa

The cheapest month to fly from Miami to Tampa is August, with a median price of $103. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1256. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $103

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,256

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Direct flights from Miami to Tampa

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Miami to Tampa

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - Tampa

Miami (MIA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$205

$139

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - Tampa

Miami (MIA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$223

$131

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - Tampa

Miami (MIA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$202

$143

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - Tampa

Miami (MIA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$222

$153

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - Tampa

Miami (MIA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$158

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MIA - Tampa

Miami (MIA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$221

$147

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Miami to Tampa

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

$371 → $165

56%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$333 → $133

60%

2 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 15

$346 → $163

53%

3 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 16

$346 → $166

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Miami to Tampa

Miami - Tampa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Miami to Tampa are below the typical level, with 6% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Tampa, with a median price of $97.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

Direct flights from Miami to Tampa typically take 1h 10m, while connecting flights average 8h 58m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

90% of recent flights are direct

90% of recent flights from Miami to Tampa are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has 89 direct deals from Miami to Tampa, with a current deal at $130.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in August or November

Historically, August ($97) and November ($110) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Miami main airports to depart from

Miami International (MIA)

Cheapest

Miami International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Tampa.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Miami to Tampa.

📍 ~8 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Orlando International (MCO)

Cheapest

Orlando International offers significantly more flight options and often lower fares due to high carrier competition.

📍 ~135 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$108

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

Historically, booking flights from Miami to Tampa 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $373. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out average $450, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure can average as high as $607. Planning ahead by at least two months can result in significant savings on this route.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Miami to Tampa is typically around $259. The median price for this route has been $547. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares falling below $628. Aiming for a price at or below $259 is generally considered a favorable deal.

Historically, August and November have offered the cheapest flights from Miami to Tampa, with median prices of $97 and $110, respectively. January has also shown relatively lower prices, with a median of $288. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $547 for this route. Travelers looking for better value may consider flying during these periods.

Miami to Tampa: Overview