Are there direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles?

Direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are not common. Historically, only 1.1% of flights on this route have been direct. When connecting flights are necessary, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How many hours is the flight from Tampa to Los Angeles?

The direct flight from Tampa to Los Angeles typically takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 3466 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 12 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles come up?

Cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are considered frequent. This assessment is based on historical patterns observed across the trailing quarter. Travelers looking for economical fares on this route can typically find opportunities with regularity.

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Tampa to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

For cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles, fares typically range from $356–$595, with a median of $446. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles? The most affordable month to fly is typically December, with a median fare of $399. Following closely are September, with a median fare of $406, and November, where the median fare is $414. These months offer the best opportunities for lower prices on this route.

Most itineraries from Tampa to Los Angeles connect at least once, with only 1.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should expect to make at least one stop on their journey.

A typical journey from Tampa to Los Angeles takes approximately 5h 30m, including connections. This median duration reflects the common travel time for flights on this route, which frequently involve at least one stopover. The direct flight time is also 5h 30m, while connecting flights have a median duration of 24h 36m.

The distance between Tampa and Los Angeles is 3466 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance typically translates to a flight duration that is neither very short nor extremely long, often requiring several hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Los Angeles

Regular price: $197 - $318

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

The regular price range for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles is typically between $197 and $318. The current lowest deal is $133 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 2 to Feb 8.

now $133

Low $197

High $318

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from TPA to LAX is December, with a median price of $402. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $820. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $402

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $820

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jun

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Los Angeles

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$302

$257

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$297

$257

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$287

$205

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$301

$220

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$301

$238

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$315

$258

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

$283 → $183

35%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

$282 → $183

35%

7 nights

Feb 2 - Feb 9

$223 → $125

44%

6 nights

Feb 2 - Feb 8

$223 → $130

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

Tampa - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Tampa to Los Angeles are near the typical level of $446.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December has the lowest median price at $399 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 30m

The median flight duration for direct flights on this route is 5h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.1% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a $133 deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines is available for $133 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are frequently available.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a convenient option for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$166

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$305

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$146

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$370

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

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Dec 05

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From TPA

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From TPA

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Los Angeles, United States

77% AI deal score

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Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 04

Los Angeles, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,746

$1,587

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Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 05

Los Angeles, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,746

$1,589

Save $157

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Business Class

From TPA

Elite

Dec 13

Los Angeles, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,817

$1,685

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Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best prices for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $450. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a significant increase, with average prices rising to $882. For those planning further ahead, prices for bookings made 28-59 days out average $467, while those made 60+ days in advance average $502.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles is typically around $356 or less. The median price for this route has been $446. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $595 or more. Aiming for a price at or below $356 can help secure a more economical fare.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles, with a median price of $399. September and November also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $406 and $414 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $446, so these months represent a notable saving. These trends are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Tampa to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Los Angeles

Regular price: $197 - $318

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

The regular price range for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles is typically between $197 and $318. The current lowest deal is $133 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 2 to Feb 8.

now $133

Low $197

High $318

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

December

Cheapest

Flights from $402

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $820

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jun

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Los Angeles

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$302

$257

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$297

$257

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$287

$205

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$301

$220

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$301

$238

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Los Angeles

Tampa (TPA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Breeze Airways

$315

$258

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

$283 → $183

35%

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

$282 → $183

35%

7 nights

Feb 2 - Feb 9

$223 → $125

44%

6 nights

Feb 2 - Feb 8

$223 → $130

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

Tampa - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Tampa to Los Angeles are near the typical level of $446.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December has the lowest median price at $399 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 30m

The median flight duration for direct flights on this route is 5h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.1% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a $133 deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines is available for $133 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are frequently available.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a convenient option for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$166

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$305

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$146

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$370

Los Angeles, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,817

$1,685

Save $132

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Cheap Flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

Today’s best flight deals from Tampa to Los Angeles

Tampa to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

Tampa - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in December for the best prices

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a $133 deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Tampa main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

How early should I book Tampa to Los Angeles flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles?

Are there direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles?

How many hours is the flight from Tampa to Los Angeles?

How often do cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles come up?

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Tampa to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Los Angeles

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tampa to Los Angeles

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

Tampa - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in December for the best prices

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a $133 deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Tampa main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

Feb 11

Dec 19

Dec 14

Nov 24

Apr 07

Dec 05

Dec 05

Dec 05

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

How early should I book Tampa to Los Angeles flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles?