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Cheapest round-trip
$142
Typical prices: $191-$351
Frontier
Sun 10/7Sun 10/21
DFW - TPA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$143
Typical prices: $194-$357
Frontier
Tue 9/4Fri 12/7
DFW - TPA • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Frontier Economy Bundle adds a carry-on and seat choice for better budget value.
American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding; Wi-Fi is sold on most flights.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 33m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $204 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Tampa (DFW-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Tampa

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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1:08 pm - 10:54 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
8h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:50 pm - 11:52 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 02mnonstop
$142Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 21
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3:20 pm - 6:53 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
2h 33mnonstop
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7:08 am - 12:13 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$142Frontier
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:52 pm - 8:39 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
4h 47m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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7:15 am - 12:12 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$186Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:05 am - 2:16 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
7h 11m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:34 pm - 2:54 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
40h 20m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$213Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 4:16 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
2h 26mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 5:18 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 05mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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5:26 pm - 8:59 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
2h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:00 amTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 00mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 12:25 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 pm - 10:04 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 26
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4:20 pm - 12:18 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
6h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:59 pm - 12:22 amTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 5:33 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
4h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 1:33 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$277United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 10:41 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-TPA Tampa
4h 26m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:00 am - 6:25 pmTPA  Tampa-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
10h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$282United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa start at $142. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $191 to $351. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $142 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa at $192 round-trip.
  • June ($311) and July ($295) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dallas to Tampa

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and TPA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$88
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa

When to book flights from Dallas to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to Tampa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Dallas to Tampa: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Dallas to Tampa 
JaneFlew with American Airlines-Apr 2026
If you are a guest with disabilities ensure your travel agents know to do their job to handle your specials requests.
MikeFlew with American Airlines-Jul 2025
If you are connecting through Dallas from International flight expect a long transfer to go through security a second time.
TyFlew with Frontier-Jun 2025
Check in weight limit is 40lbs, not 50lbs

Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Tampa. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $204 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $274 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $32–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 11%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $253 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $284: a $31 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 12%, and night flights for 12%.

  • 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa takes 2h 33m, covering 927 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:01 am and lands at 7:34 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:25 pm and lands at 10:58 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 33m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $267. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $122, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Frontier’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights?

    Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Spirit Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights are:

    • Frontier: 89% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 74% on time
    • American Airlines: 71% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 72% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 42m, compared with 4h 48m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 50m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Tampa?

    Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa range from $191 to $351, with an average of $267 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $253 - about $31 less than Monday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa trip for February. Fares historically average $192 round-trip in that month - typically $119 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Frontier is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of Frontier flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 72%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 15 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $204 round-trip on this route - about $70 less than direct flights (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
    - Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Tampa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Tampa

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Tampa to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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