What percentage of Raleigh to Tampa flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 43.7% of flights from Raleigh to Tampa were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Raleigh to Tampa?

A direct flight from Raleigh to Tampa typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes, covering a distance of 947 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 37 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as direct flights offer a significantly shorter travel time.

How often do Raleigh to Tampa flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Raleigh to Tampa route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Keeping an eye on price fluctuations can be beneficial for those looking to book this route.

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Raleigh to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Tampa

Flights from Raleigh to Tampa cover a distance of 947 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Right now, fares to Tampa typically range from $69–$428, with a median of $216. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Raleigh to Tampa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Tampa? The most affordable months to fly are September, with a median fare of $56, followed by July at $59, and August at $64. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

For this route, 43.7% of recent fares were for direct flights from Raleigh to Tampa, indicating that a meaningful share are non-stop. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Raleigh to Tampa takes approximately 1h 56m for direct flights. However, considering all itineraries including connections, the median journey time extends to 9h 39m. This difference highlights the impact of connecting flights on overall travel duration for this route.

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Tampa

Regular price: $86 - $263

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Tampa is $86 to $263. The current lowest deal is $77 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 14-Sep 22.

now $77

Low $86

High $263

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Tampa

The cheapest month to fly from RDU to TPA is November, with a median price of $66. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $1049. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $66

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,049

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Direct flights from Raleigh to Tampa

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Raleigh to Tampa

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Tampa

Raleigh (RDU) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$280

$138

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Tampa

Raleigh (RDU) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$315

$171

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Tampa

Raleigh (RDU) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$283

$163

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Tampa

Raleigh (RDU) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$307

$171

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Tampa

Raleigh (RDU) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$134

$92

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

RDU - Tampa

Raleigh (RDU) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$294

$107

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 13

$339 → $111

67%

4 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 19

$343 → $122

64%

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

$343 → $134

61%

4 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 29

$343 → $136

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Raleigh to Tampa

Raleigh - Tampa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Raleigh to Tampa are below the typical level of $216.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $66.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 56m

The typical direct flight from Raleigh to Tampa takes 1 hour and 56 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

43.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 43.7% of flights on this route are direct, with mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines provides direct flights for the Raleigh to Tampa route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Raleigh to Tampa are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Raleigh main airports to depart from

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Cheapest

Raleigh–Durham International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Raleigh to Tampa.

📍 ~17 km from Raleigh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Orlando International (MCO)

Cheapest

Orlando International (MCO) is a major international hub with significantly more flight options and often lower fares.

📍 ~135 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$64

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Raleigh to Tampa is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $161. Prices tend to be higher outside this window, for instance, flights booked 0-6 days out averaged $362, and those booked 14-27 days out averaged $544. Even booking more than 60 days in advance, the average price was $187, indicating that waiting until closer to the departure date, within the 7-13 day range, often yields better value.

A good price for a flight from Raleigh to Tampa is considered to be around $69 or less. Across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route was $216. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $428 or less. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target prices at or below the $69 threshold.

Historically, September has offered the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Tampa, with a median price of $56. July and August also tend to be economical months, showing median prices of $59 and $64 respectively. These figures are significantly lower than the annual median price of $216 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value should consider planning their trips during these months.

Raleigh to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Raleigh to Tampa

How much is a round trip from Raleigh to Tampa

Regular price: $86 - $263

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Raleigh to Tampa is $86 to $263. The current lowest deal is $77 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 14-Sep 22.

now $77

Low $86

High $263

The cheapest time to fly from Raleigh to Tampa

November

Cheapest

Flights from $66

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,049

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