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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$211
Typical prices: $174-$283
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/12Fri 11/16
ORD - PIE • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$211
Typical prices: $173-$279
Allegiant Air
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
RFD - PIE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Allegiant Air. Average duration is 2h 38m
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RFD - PIE
Cheapest • 62% average savings
MDW - PIE
Most popular
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
April
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Tampa (CHI-PIE)

 

Cheap flights from Chicago to Tampa with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Allegiant Air Logo
7:58 pm - 11:36 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 38mnonstop
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5:24 pm - 7:08 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 44mnonstop
$211Allegiant Air
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:50 pm - 10:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
25h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Philadelphia
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:43 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 13m1 stop Philadelphia
$211Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Allegiant Air Logo
5:55 pm - 9:31 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 36mnonstop
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4:27 pm - 6:13 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 46mnonstop
$214Allegiant Air
Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 19
Allegiant Air Logo
10:16 am - 1:57 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 41mnonstop
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9:05 am - 10:59 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 54mnonstop
$214Allegiant Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Allegiant Air Logo
10:16 am - 1:57 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 41mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:26 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 56mnonstop
$215Allegiant Air
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Dec 11
Allegiant Air Logo
7:56 pm - 11:32 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 36mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
7:30 am - 9:26 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 56mnonstop
$216Allegiant Air
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
Allegiant Air Logo
9:07 am - 12:44 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 37mnonstop
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6:25 am - 8:17 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 52mnonstop
$216Allegiant Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Allegiant Air Logo
10:16 am - 1:57 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 41mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:26 amPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 56mnonstop
$217Allegiant Air
Mon, Apr 5 - Fri, Apr 9
Allegiant Air Logo
6:29 pm - 10:05 pmRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
2h 36mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
3:44 pm - 5:34 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
2h 50mnonstop
$218Allegiant Air
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 10:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PIE Tampa St. Petersburg
25h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Philadelphia
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:43 pmPIE  Tampa St. Petersburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 13m1 stop Philadelphia
$222Multiple Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Tampa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Tampa flight route?

Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) to Tampa (PIE) is the cheapest Chicago to Tampa route, averaging $216 round-trip. Other Chicago to Tampa routes average $749, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Tampa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Tampa. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 95% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tampa?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tampa at $146 round-trip.
•March ($337) and July ($240) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 130% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to Tampa are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago to Tampa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago Greater Rockford Airport to Tampa

When to book flights from Chicago to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Tampa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Tampa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:16 am and lands at 12:54 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:02 pm and lands at 10:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 38m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to Tampa.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Tampa takes 2h 38m, covering 1,004 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Tampa?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Tampa range from $174 to $283, with an average of $217 over the past 12 months. Anything below $174 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the $217 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago to Tampa?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $216 round-trip, compared to $386 via a layover through Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago to Tampa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $211 to $1,199. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $114, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa St. Petersburg Airport (PIE)?

    Tampa St. Petersburg Airport (PIE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Tampa?

    Flights from Chicago to Tampa may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Tampa pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chicago to Tampa pass through Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Tampa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Chicago to Tampa. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $210 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $424, a difference of $214.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago to Tampa?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Chicago and Tampa.

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Tampa?

    Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Tampa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $210, about $214 less than Saturday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $146 round-trip in that month - typically $191 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Tampa St. Petersburg Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to Tampa St. Petersburg

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Wednesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Tampa St. Petersburg to Chicago

Monday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Wednesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Friday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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