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Cheapest round-trip
$318
Typical prices: $328-$533
United Airlines
Sat 10/27Fri 11/2
COU - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$258
Typical prices: $354-$644
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/14
COU - TPA • 3 stops
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 38% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Tampa (COU-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Tampa

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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3:00 pm - 11:59 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
7h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:26 pm - 10:58 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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11:19 am - 6:05 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
5h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:25 pm - 8:33 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
9h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$318United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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11:17 am - 8:36 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:25 pm - 8:33 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
9h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$318United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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3:19 pm - 11:59 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
7h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:26 pm - 10:58 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 28
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9:01 am - 7:28 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
9h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:35 pm - 10:58 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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3:00 pm - 11:59 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
7h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:26 pm - 10:58 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$318United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
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9:01 am - 9:39 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
11h 38m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:35 pm - 10:58 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$324United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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11:19 am - 11:32 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
11h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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12:25 pm - 8:33 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
9h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$324United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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10:40 am - 10:29 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
10h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:50 am - 8:55 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
15h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:18 am - 10:45 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
15h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:22 pm - 9:53 amTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
15h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Tampa flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbia to Tampa?

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Tampa start at $318. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $318 on United Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Tampa, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 123% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Tampa?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to Tampa at $248 round-trip.
  • April ($633) and March ($533) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 155% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to Tampa flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$258
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
Flight from Columbia to Tampa

When to book flights from Columbia to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia 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 Columbia to Tampa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Columbia to Tampa usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Columbia to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Columbia to Tampa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $333 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $891, a difference of $558. 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 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.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Tampa?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Tampa. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 16m and 6h 50m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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.

  • Have flight prices from Columbia 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 $318 to $1,150. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $313, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbia to Tampa?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 16m, compared with 6h 26m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 50m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and Tampa?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Priceless
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Tampa range from $328 to $533, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Tampa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $333 - about $558 less than Sunday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Tampa trip for May. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $385 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    - Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    - Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbia to Tampa

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbia (COU)
Tampa (TPA)