What percentage of Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 25.7% of flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically two. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route will involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

The direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 6 hours and 57 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 1358 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Should I set a price alert for Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly across the trailing quarter. Setting a price alert can be beneficial for this route, as it allows travelers to be notified when prices drop. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert could help secure a more favorable fare.

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Washington, D.C. to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Fares for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa typically range from $215–$654, with a median of $382. Right now, prices are above the typical level, and only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa, February and March stand out with median fares of $160 for both months. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $198.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Tampa takes about 13h 35m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 25.7% of recent fares being direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between Washington, D.C. and Tampa is 1358 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Regular price: $170 - $283

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is between $170 and $283. The current lowest deal is $104 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 14.

now $104

Low $170

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

The cheapest month to fly from WAS to TPA is February, with a median price of $160. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1693. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $160

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,693

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$657

$268

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$270

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$431

$257

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$619

$291

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$623

$304

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$510

$280

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

$631 → $211

67%

1 night

Sep 3 - Sep 4

$633 → $302

52%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$619 → $324

48%

8 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 11

$473 → $231

51%

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Washington, D.C. - Tampa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Tampa are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February and March offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, February and March have offered the lowest median prices for flights to Tampa.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 13h 35m.

The median flight time from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is 13 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common.

Connecting flights are common, with a median of 2 stopovers when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Historically, deals for flights on this route appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International is a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa.

📍 ~8 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Orlando International (MCO)

Orlando International is a major international hub, often providing lower fares due to high carrier competition.

📍 ~135 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$140

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Tampa, United States

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$5,314

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From DCA

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Tampa, United States

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$5,256

$2,116

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Business Class

From DCA

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Tampa, United States

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$5,266

$2,119

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From DCA

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Dec 01

Tampa, United States

82% AI deal score

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$2,136

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From DCA

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Tampa, United States

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From DCA

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Tampa, United States

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From DCA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

Historically, booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $405. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For example, flights booked 28-59 days out have an average price of $460, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $588. Planning ahead by at least two months can result in significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is considered to be $215 or less. The median price for this route has been $382. Prices above $654 are typically in the more expensive range. By aiming for prices at or below the $215 threshold, travelers can secure a favorable fare.

Historically, February and March have offered the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa, both with a median price of $160. September also presents a relatively low median price of $198. The annual median price for this route is $382, indicating that these months provide substantial savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers seeking the most economical options should consider these months for their trips.

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Washington, D.C. to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

The distance between Washington, D.C. and Tampa is 1358 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Regular price: $170 - $283

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is between $170 and $283. The current lowest deal is $104 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 14.

now $104

Low $170

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

February

Cheapest

Flights from $160

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,693

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$657

$268

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$270

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$431

$257

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$619

$291

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$623

$304

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Tampa

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$510

$280

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

$631 → $211

67%

1 night

Sep 3 - Sep 4

$633 → $302

52%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$619 → $324

48%

8 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 11

$473 → $231

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Washington, D.C. - Tampa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Tampa are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February and March offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, February and March have offered the lowest median prices for flights to Tampa.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 13h 35m.

The median flight time from Washington, D.C. to Tampa is 13 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common.

Connecting flights are common, with a median of 2 stopovers when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Historically, deals for flights on this route appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International is a good option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa.

📍 ~8 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Orlando International (MCO)

Orlando International is a major international hub, often providing lower fares due to high carrier competition.

Tampa, United States

81% AI deal score

$5,300

$2,195

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Business Class

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Washington, D.C. to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Washington, D.C. - Tampa route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

February and March offer the lowest median prices.

Median flight time is 13h 35m.

Connecting flights are common.

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tampa

Best Elite deals to Tampa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

How early should I book Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Washington, D.C. to Tampa flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

What percentage of Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?

Should I set a price alert for Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights?

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Washington, D.C. to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Tampa

Washington, D.C. - Tampa route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

February and March offer the lowest median prices.

Median flight time is 13h 35m.

Connecting flights are common.

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tampa

Best Elite deals to Tampa

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Dec 07

Sep 06

Dec 04

Dec 01

Dec 03

Dec 01

Dec 04

Dec 04

Dec 03

Dec 03

Dec 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

How early should I book Washington, D.C. to Tampa flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Washington, D.C. to Tampa flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Tampa?