Are direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly more affordable. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Tampa to Cleveland flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary greatly depending on the day of the week or even the time of day. Shifting your travel by a day or two may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Tampa to Cleveland flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Tampa to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Cleveland

Right now, 13% of recent fares for flights from Tampa to Cleveland are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $224–$507, with a median of $352. Current prices are near the typical level for this route. New deals show up several times a week, making it possible to find cheap flights from Tampa to Cleveland with some regularity.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Cleveland? The data indicates that July is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $291. Following closely are November, with a median of $319, and October, with a median of $338. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable pricing.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 13.7% of recent fares being direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should generally expect to include at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from Tampa to Cleveland takes about 2h 36m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most flights on this route involve at least one stopover. The distance between Tampa and Cleveland is 1495 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Cleveland

Regular price: $188 - $359

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

The regular price range for flights from Tampa to Cleveland is typically between $188 and $359. The current lowest deal is $96 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Dec 5-Dec 15.

now $96

Low $188

High $359

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

The cheapest month to fly from TPA to CLE is July, with a median price of $291. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $837. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $291

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $837

Jan

Feb

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Cleveland

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$458

$339

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$257

$161

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$198

$181

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Breeze Airways

$250

$196

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$196

$218

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$178

$125

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$265 → $97

63%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

$266 → $104

61%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$265 → $106

60%

8 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 14

$240 → $104

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

Tampa - Cleveland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Tampa to Cleveland are near the typical level of $352.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July has the lowest median price at $291, offering potential savings.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 36m

The median direct flight duration from Tampa to Cleveland is 2 hours and 36 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 13.7% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has direct flight options for the Tampa to Cleveland route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International is a convenient option for flights from Tampa to Cleveland.

📍 ~8 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$112

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International offers another departure choice for your trip to Cleveland.

📍 ~23 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Tampa to Cleveland.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Akron–Canton (CAK)

Akron–Canton (CAK) is a useful alternative due to its proximity and ease of use, despite limited international options.

📍 ~80 km from Cleveland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cleveland

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From TPA

Elite

Nov 27

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$1,966

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Nov 27

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$1,966

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Nov 27

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$1,966

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 11

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$1,993

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 17

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$1,993

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 17

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$2,019

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 17

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$2,019

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 25

Cleveland, United States

48% AI deal score

$2,047

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 04

Cleveland, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,951

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 04

Cleveland, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,951

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Jan 11

Cleveland, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,993

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Jan 13

Cleveland, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,993

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

To find cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Also, looking into flights during the off-peak season may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, typically a few months before your desired travel date, can often lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's worth monitoring prices if your travel plans are flexible. Mid-week bookings may also sometimes offer savings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide more flight options and potentially lower prices. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always check the total cost, including transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Tampa to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Cleveland

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Cleveland

Regular price: $188 - $359

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

The regular price range for flights from Tampa to Cleveland is typically between $188 and $359. The current lowest deal is $96 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Dec 5-Dec 15.

now $96

Low $188

High $359

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

The cheapest month to fly from TPA to CLE is July, with a median price of $291. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $837. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $291

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $837

Jan

Feb

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Cleveland

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$458

$339

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$257

$161

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$198

$181

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Breeze Airways

$250

$196

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$196

$218

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Cleveland

Tampa (TPA) - Cleveland (CLE)

Frontier Airlines

$178

$125

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$265 → $97

63%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

$266 → $104

61%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$265 → $106

60%

8 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 14

$240 → $104

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

Tampa - Cleveland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Tampa to Cleveland are near the typical level of $352.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices

Historically, July has the lowest median price at $291, offering potential savings.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 36m

The median direct flight duration from Tampa to Cleveland is 2 hours and 36 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 13.7% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has direct flight options for the Tampa to Cleveland route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International is a convenient option for flights from Tampa to Cleveland.

📍 ~8 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$112

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International offers another departure choice for your trip to Cleveland.

📍 ~23 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$228

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Tampa to Cleveland.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Akron–Canton (CAK)

Akron–Canton (CAK) is a useful alternative due to its proximity and ease of use, despite limited international options.

📍 ~80 km from Cleveland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Cleveland, United States

47% AI deal score

$1,993

Porter Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

Cheap Flights from Tampa to Cleveland

Today’s best flight deals from Tampa to Cleveland

Tampa to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Cleveland

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Cleveland

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

Direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Cleveland

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

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

Tampa - Cleveland route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 36m

Connecting flights are more common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Tampa main airports to depart from

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cleveland

Best Elite deals to Cleveland

Nov 27

Nov 27

Nov 27

Dec 11

Dec 17

Dec 17

Dec 17

Dec 25

Dec 04

Dec 04

Jan 11

Jan 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

How can I find cheap flights from Tampa to Cleveland?

When should I book flights from Tampa to Cleveland?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Tampa to Cleveland?

Are direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Tampa to Cleveland flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Tampa to Cleveland flights?

Related routes

More routes from Tampa

Flights to Cleveland from other cities

Tampa to Cleveland: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Cleveland

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Cleveland

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

Direct flights from Tampa to Cleveland

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Cleveland

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

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Cleveland

Tampa - Cleveland route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Fly in July for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 36m

Connecting flights are more common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Tampa main airports to depart from

Cleveland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cleveland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cleveland

Best Elite deals to Cleveland

Nov 27

Nov 27

Nov 27

Dec 11

Dec 17

Dec 17

Dec 17

Dec 25

Dec 04

Dec 04

Jan 11

Jan 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cleveland

How can I find cheap flights from Tampa to Cleveland?

When should I book flights from Tampa to Cleveland?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Tampa to Cleveland?