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Cheapest round-trip
$127
Typical prices: $176-$379
Frontier
Mon 11/12Fri 11/16
DTW - TPA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$59
Typical prices: $93-$228
Frontier
Tue 1/9
DTW - TPA • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 44m
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $181 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Tampa (DTW-TPA)

 

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

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:48 pm - 9:26 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
2h 38mnonstop
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5:33 pm - 8:24 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 51mnonstop
$127Frontier
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
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6:10 am - 9:14 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
3h 04mnonstop
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9:55 pm - 12:43 amTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 48mnonstop
$127Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:28 pm - 3:11 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
16h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 3:37 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 37m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$146Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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10:28 pm - 9:32 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
11h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:11 pm - 11:37 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$150Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 1:30 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
6h 50m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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7:05 am - 12:25 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$185Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:15 am - 12:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
5h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:10 am - 12:55 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$185Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
2:14 pm - 4:47 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
2h 33mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:39 amTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 39mnonstop
$199Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:25 pm - 9:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
2h 44mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:45 amTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 45mnonstop
$199Delta
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 11:20 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
5h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:45 am - 3:09 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$214JetBlue
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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2:25 pm - 9:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-TPA Tampa
6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:15 am - 1:00 pmTPA  Tampa-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$220JetBlue

Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa typically range from $176 to $379. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $127, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa at $193 round-trip.
•March ($321) and June ($310) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Detroit 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 Delta, 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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$59
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 226% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa

When to book flights from Detroit to Tampa

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:19 pm and lands at 12:03 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 44m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa takes 2h 44m, covering 985 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa range from $176 to $379, with an average of $267 over the past 12 months. Anything below $176 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $267 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $181 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), compared to $269 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights are:

    • Delta: 86% on time
    • Frontier: 79% on time
    • Southwest: 40% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 85% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 17%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights:

    • Delta
    • 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.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $95, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 56m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $224 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $289, a difference of $65.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    2 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Tampa. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h, compared with 5h 17m via Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and 5h 29m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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
    • Delta: 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 always check the fare details before booking.

  • What is there to do while waiting for a flight at DTW?

    One of the airport's most popular features is the 700 ft light tunnel in the McNamara Terminal that connects Concourses B/C with Concourse A. There is also a 39 ft-wide fountain in the center of the McNamara Terminal.

  • How many terminals does DTW have?

    DTW has two terminals: the McNamara Terminal and the Evans Terminal. The Evans Terminal has one concourse, Concourse D. Free terminal-to-terminal shuttle buses stop frequently at the Ground Transportation Centers in both terminals and at the Westin Hotel. Delta, Aeromexico, Air France and WestJet Airlines depart from the McNamara Terminal. Other listed carriers depart from the Evans Terminal.

  • Can I take a bus from Downtown Detroit to the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit’s #261 FAST buses provide direct, limited-stop service to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). FAST buses stop at Evans Terminal’s Ground Transportation Center and at McNamara Terminal’s Departures Level near Door #1.

  • Where can I park at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) has two parking garages, each within walking distance of a terminal. The McNamara Terminal Parking Garage is next to the McNamara Terminal and the Big Blue Deck is next to the Evans Terminal. Free shuttle buses run frequently between the airport's parking areas and the Ground Transportation Center at each terminal.

  • Where are the car rental counters at TPA?

    All car rental counters at Tampa International Airport (TPA) are in the Rental Car Center, which is connected to the Main Terminal by the free SkyConnect train. The ride between the terminal and the Rental Car Center takes less than 5 minutes.

  • Is there somewhere to shower at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. DTW has five Delta Sky Club locations in Terminals A and C and select locations have showers. Delta Sky Club does not sell Single Visit Passes and annual memberships are limited to Medallion Members. Access also requires qualifying same-day travel or another eligible credential. Sky Clubs generally offer Wi-Fi, beverages and satellite TV.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $224, about $65 less than Saturday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $193 round-trip in that month - typically $128 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 86% of Delta flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 56m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $181 round-trip on this route - about $88 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
    • Marriott Tampa Westshore
  • If you're staying in Downtown Tampa, TPA is located less than 10 miles northwest of the city center.
  • When heading to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), allow for the 23-mile trip from downtown Detroit. If you're flying Delta Air Lines or Spirit Airlines, note that DTW is a hub for Delta and a base city for Spirit.
  • If you're driving an electric vehicle to DTW, use the free charging stations on Level 4 of the Big Blue Deck, Level 8 of the McNamara Deck or in the South Cell Phone Lot off Eureka Road.
  • If you're traveling with small children through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), you can use the nine nursing rooms located throughout the terminals. There is also a children's play area in the Evans Terminal near Gate D16.

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Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Tampa

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

Delta,Frontier

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Friday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,Frontier

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

Delta,Frontier

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Saturday

Delta,Frontier

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Sunday

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