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Cheapest round-trip
$81
Typical prices: $95-$196
Breeze Airways
Sun 9/30Sun 10/7
FLL - TPA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$41
Typical prices: $55-$153
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/18
FLL - TPA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with JetBlue, Breeze Airways and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 07m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa (FLL-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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1:35 pm - 2:40 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 05mnonstop
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10:49 pm - 11:54 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 05mnonstop
$81Breeze Airways
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Aug 31
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6:15 am - 7:23 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 08mnonstop
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10:31 pm - 11:40 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 09mnonstop
$82Breeze Airways
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 23
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8:00 am - 9:05 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 05mnonstop
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10:49 pm - 11:54 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 05mnonstop
$83Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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11:40 am - 6:45 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
7h 05m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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10:53 pm - 11:58 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 05mnonstop
$100Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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4:23 pm - 10:34 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
6h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:22 pm - 10:27 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 05mnonstop
$100Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 23
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11:46 am - 6:48 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
7h 02m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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11:08 pm - 12:13 amTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 05mnonstop
$100Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
Southwest Logo
10:20 am - 11:25 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:50 pm - 7:05 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 15mnonstop
$117Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:00 pm - 1:08 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 08mnonstop
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8:30 am - 9:39 amTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 09mnonstop
$117JetBlue
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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8:05 pm - 9:14 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 09mnonstop
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8:30 am - 9:39 amTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 09mnonstop
$117JetBlue
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 10:05 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-TPA Tampa
1h 05mnonstop
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5:05 pm - 6:10 pmTPA  Tampa-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 05mnonstop
$172Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa start at $81. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $95 to $196. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $81 on Breeze Airways.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa at $97 round-trip.
  • June ($217) and May ($168) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa

 
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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on Silver Airways

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines 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.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on FLL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$41
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa

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Your Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flight questions, answered

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

  • Does FLL offer any parking facilities?

    Fort Lauderdale Airport features numerous parking alternatives for its travelers. There is a curbside valet service and three on-site parking lots that offer daily or hourly parking rates at the airport. The economy lot is the only off-site parking lot. Free parking is also available for disabled veterans. These parking lots are roughly 15min from the airport’s terminals, and they provide complimentary shuttles to the terminals.

  • Are there any hotels near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)?

    If you have an early flight to Tampa International Airport (TPA) from FLL, consider staying at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport South to avoid the morning traffic. The hotel is close to FLL airport and offers complimentary shuttles to the airport. You could also book a stay at either Comfort Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport and Cruise Port or Wyndham Garden Fort Lauderdale Airport and Cruise Port, both modern establishments close to the airport.

  • Does Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport offer any accessible services?

    Passengers with limited mobility are catered for at FLL airport. The airport provides alternatives such as curb cuts, level entrances, elevators, ramps, and automatic doors for passengers who cannot use stairs. All terminals have wheelchair access at the west end of the Garage Complex on Level 1 and Level 4. Furthermore, wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available in the concourses, baggage claim areas, and ticket lobbies.

  • What are the eco-friendliest airlines from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

    An average of 780 kg of carbon is released on the flight to Tampa from Fort Lauderdale. Amtrak Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines operate the most eco-friendly flights. These airlines produce 96%, 90%, and 89% less carbon, respectively. Furthermore, most of these flights to Tampa from Fort Lauderdale have no layovers.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights?

    Among airlines operating Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights:

    • Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: 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.

  • What airlines are available from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

    3 airlines operate flights between Fort Lauderdale and Tampa. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • JetBlue
    • Breeze Airways
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa usually depart from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights?

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

    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

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

    On the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $110 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $137: a $27 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 59 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, night flights for 20%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa takes 1h 07m, covering 197 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:07 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:05 pm and lands at 9:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 07m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $120. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $53, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Southwest’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights?

    Southwest is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Breeze Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights are:

    • Southwest: 91% on time
    • Breeze Airways: 81% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 78% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 81% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa?

    Morning 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.

  • 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 Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa range from $95 to $196, with an average of $120 over the past 12 months. Anything below $95 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Fort Lauderdale to Tampa flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Fort Lauderdale to Tampa route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Fort Lauderdale 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $110 - about $27 less than Monday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Lauderdale to Tampa trip for November. Fares historically average $97 round-trip in that month - typically $120 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, Southwest is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of Southwest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Tampa arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 81%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 59 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • 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
  • Travelers flying into Tampa International Airport will enjoy the diverse art collections at various locations. If you have time to kill, head to the Ticketing Level on the Main Terminal to view the Burgert Brothers photographic collection or the recently installed flamingo structure. Relax at the Tampa Airport Marriott after a late-night flight to Tampa from Fort Lauderdale. This modern hotel is connected to the airport and features elegant amenities such as comfy suites and sun lounges. The hotel also operates airport shuttles.
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is conducive for families traveling with their kids. Ticketed passengers can find play stations at Airside A, C, and E. There are toys at a little gift shop situated at Airside A.
  • You can fly into St. Pete Clearwater International Airport (PIE) or Tampa International Airport (TPA) if you're heading to Tampa Bay Area. TPA is more centralized, allowing travelers to easily visit Orlando’s theme parks and the beautiful St. Pete Clearwater beaches.
  • Amtrak Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines offer direct flights from FLL to TPA daily. There are also single-stop flights, with the major destination being Key West International Airport (EYW).
  • Arrive at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport at least 2h before your flight departs. This will give you ample time to park your car, check in, and clear security.

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Direct departures

Fort Lauderdale to Tampa

Monday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

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Tuesday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

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Wednesday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

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Thursday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

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Friday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

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Direct returns

Tampa to Fort Lauderdale

Monday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Tuesday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Wednesday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Thursday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Friday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Breeze Airways,JetBlue,Southwest

Breeze Airways,JetBlue, +1 more

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