Are there direct flights from Tampa to Houston?

Direct flights from Tampa to Houston are available, but they represent a relatively small portion of the total routes. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 4.6% of all available options in the trailing 90 days. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that most travelers on this route will likely have at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Tampa to Houston?

The typical direct flight from Tampa to Houston has a median duration of 2 hours and 33 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1265 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 4 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add substantial time to the overall trip.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Tampa to Houston?

Historically, flying with a layover from Tampa to Houston has been slightly cheaper on average. The median price for connecting flights was $332, while direct flights had a median price of $336. This represents a premium of approximately 1% for direct flights. However, direct flights only accounted for 4.6% of all available options in the trailing 90 days, indicating they are less common.

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2027-01-13 – 2027-02-09
TPA - Houston
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$142
$82
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2027-01-13 – 2027-02-02
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2026-11-18 – 2026-12-15
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2026-11-18 – 2026-12-08
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2027-01-27 – 2027-02-09
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TPA - Houston
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Tampa to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Houston

Right now, only 9% of recent fares for flights from Tampa to Houston are classified as a good price. Fares typically range from $234–$529, with a median of $333. Current fares are near the typical level, and new deals appear almost daily for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Houston? You'll find the most affordable fares in November, with a median price of $256. December also offers competitive prices, with a median of $277, followed by August at a median of $330.

The typical journey time for flights from Tampa to Houston is 2h 33m. However, most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights having a median duration of 23h 29m and typically involving 2 stopovers. Only 4.6% of recent fares for this route are for direct flights from Tampa to Houston.

The distance between Tampa and Houston is 1265 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, though connecting flights will significantly extend travel time.

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Houston

Regular price: $147 - $303

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

The regular price range for this route is $147 to $303. The current lowest deal is $82 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 18-Dec 15.

now $82

Low $147

High $303

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Houston is November, with a median price of $256. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $704. Generally, prices are lower from February to December.

November

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Flights from $256

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Flights from $704

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Direct flights from Tampa to Houston

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Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Houston

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Houston

Tampa (TPA) - Houston (IAH)

Breeze Airways

$293

$241

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Houston

Tampa (TPA) - Houston (IAH)

Breeze Airways

$347

$272

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Houston

Tampa (TPA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$303

$276

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Houston

Tampa (TPA) - Houston (IAH)

Breeze Airways

$273

$235

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Houston

Tampa (TPA) - Houston (IAH)

Breeze Airways

$273

$258

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Houston

Tampa (TPA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$271

$193

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$233 → $83

64%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

$231 → $83

64%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

$231 → $83

64%

1 night

Dec 13 - Dec 14

$233 → $93

60%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Houston

Tampa - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Tampa to Houston are near the typical level of $333.

📅 Best time to fly

November and December are historically cheapest.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Tampa to Houston are November ($256) and December ($277).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 33m.

Nonstop flights from Tampa to Houston typically take 2h 33m, while connecting flights average 23h 29m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights make up 95.4% of all flights from Tampa to Houston.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines has 1 direct deal available for flights from Tampa to Houston.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Tampa to Houston appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$97

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International is an alternative departure airport for flights to Houston.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$203

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is a good option for flights from Tampa to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$95

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a major international airport with extensive routes, a good alternative for Houston.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car, but traffic can impact travel time).

💸 Flights from ~$164

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

75% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Tampa to Houston is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $432. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with tickets purchased 7-13 days out averaging $586. Even booking 60+ days in advance shows a slightly higher average price of $434 compared to the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Tampa to Houston is considered to be $234 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $333. Approximately 25% of all tickets were available for $234 or below, indicating that prices can vary significantly. Conversely, 75% of tickets were priced at $529 or less, suggesting that prices above this amount are less common.

Historically, November and December have been the cheapest months to fly from Tampa to Houston, with median prices of $256 and $277, respectively. While August also shows a median price of $330, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating potential price volatility. The annual median price for this route is $333, so November and December offer a notable saving compared to the yearly average.

Tampa to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Houston

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Houston

Regular price: $147 - $303

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

The regular price range for this route is $147 to $303. The current lowest deal is $82 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 18-Dec 15.

now $82

Low $147

High $303

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Houston

November

Cheapest

Flights from $256

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $704

Jan

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