Which airports can I use when flying from Long Beach to Tampa?

Flights from Long Beach to Tampa usually depart from Long Beach Municipal (LGB) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Long Beach to Tampa?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Long Beach to Tampa.

Which airports do connecting flights from Long Beach to Tampa pass through?

One-stop flights from Long Beach to Tampa most commonly connect through: • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 50% of one-stop connections • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 33% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 17% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Long Beach to Tampa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Long Beach to Tampa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $133. 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 Long Beach to Tampa?

A nonstop flight from Long Beach to Tampa takes 00m, covering 2,138 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Tampa looking right now?

One-way fares from Long Beach to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 46m, compared with 7h 10m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 7h 39m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

What is the time difference between Long Beach and Tampa?

Tampa is 3 hours ahead of Long Beach (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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 • Hertz • Thrifty • Alamo • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Long Beach to Tampa flight?

Round-trip flights from Long Beach to Tampa range from $393 to $486, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Long Beach to Tampa typically range from $393 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to Tampa. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Long Beach to Tampa?

Southwest ($295) and Delta ($357) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Long Beach to Tampa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Long Beach to Tampa?

Houston Hobby (HOU) is the most popular layover for the Long Beach to Tampa route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via HOU.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Long Beach to Tampa?

Flights via Houston Hobby (HOU) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $365. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Long Beach to Tampa which airport offers the shortest layover?

Houston Hobby (HOU) had the shortest average connection time for Long Beach to Tampa layovers at 4h over the past 3 months.

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$295

Typical prices: $393-$486

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Cheapest one-way

$135

Typical prices: $209-$384

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LGB - TPA • 1 stop

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There are currently no direct flights between Long Beach and Tampa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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July

Cheapest • 14% price drop

May

Most popular

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Houston Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest • Avg $365 (round-trip)

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

Shortest trip • 7h 10m (one-way)

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

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Thu, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 9

12:05 pm - 11:10 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:40 am - 1:40 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

10h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$295Southwest

Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7

2:05 pm - 11:10 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

6h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:30 pm - 4:30 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

7h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby

$295Southwest

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

11:00 am - 10:00 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 00m1 stop Austin Bergstrom

11:15 am - 6:30 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

10h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$297Southwest

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

12:05 pm - 11:15 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:55 am - 10:35 amTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$297Southwest

Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 4

8:10 pm - 6:00 amLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

6h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10:30 am - 6:20 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

10h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

$297Southwest

Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Dec 25

8:40 am - 7:30 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

7h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl

7:10 am - 12:40 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

8h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$297Southwest

Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7

12:05 pm - 11:10 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

9:40 am - 5:25 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

10h 45m2 stops Louisville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$300Southwest

Thu, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 9

12:05 pm - 11:10 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:55 am - 11:20 amTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

8h 25m2 stops Houston Hobby Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$300Southwest

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 16

4:57 pm - 5:59 amLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

10h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City

7:05 am - 12:10 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

8h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City

$357Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 16

4:57 pm - 5:59 amLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

10h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City

7:05 am - 12:10 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

8h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City

$376Delta

Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 23

7:02 am - 4:50 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

30h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:53 pm - 2:10 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

23h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$612Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

2:10 pm - 12:15 amLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:55 pm - 8:00 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

8h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$629Southwest

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

2:40 pm - 12:10 amLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

7:55 am - 3:40 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

10h 45m2 stops Birmingham Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$634Southwest

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

11:00 am - 11:30 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

9h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Buffalo

7:55 am - 2:10 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

9h 15m2 stops Birmingham Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$639Southwest

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31

7:00 am - 9:24 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

11h 24m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:15 am - 12:09 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

7h 54m1 stop Salt Lake City

$690Delta

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 31

7:00 am - 6:54 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 54m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:49 pm - 9:44 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

10h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$695Delta

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 22

3:10 pm - 4:50 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

22h 40m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:53 pm - 2:10 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

23h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$714Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3

7:00 am - 6:54 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

8h 54m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:15 am - 12:09 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

7h 54m1 stop Salt Lake City

$718Delta

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14

7:02 am - 4:50 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

30h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:53 pm - 2:10 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

23h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$729Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 30

7:00 am - 9:24 pmLGB Long Beach Municipal-TPA Tampa

11h 24m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:15 am - 12:09 pmTPA Tampa-LGB Long Beach Municipal

7h 54m1 stop Salt Lake City

$734Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Long Beach to Tampa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Long Beach to Tampa? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Long Beach to Tampa departing in december.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to Tampa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to Tampa. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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Cheapest flight	$135

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Long Beach to Tampa?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Long Beach to Tampa.
How long is a flight from Long Beach to Tampa?
A nonstop flight from Long Beach to Tampa takes 00m, covering 2,138 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Tampa flight?
Round-trip flights from Long Beach to Tampa range from $393 to $486, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Long Beach to Tampa looking right now?
One-way fares from Long Beach to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 30% 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 Long Beach to Tampa?
Flights from Long Beach to Tampa usually depart from Long Beach Municipal (LGB) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Long Beach to Tampa pass through?
One-stop flights from Long Beach to Tampa most commonly connect through:

• Houston Hobby (HOU) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 17% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Long Beach to Tampa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Long Beach to Tampa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $133.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Long Beach to Tampa?
Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 46m, compared with 7h 10m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 7h 39m via Chicago Midway (MDW).
What is the time difference between Long Beach and Tampa?
Tampa is 3 hours ahead of Long Beach (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $393, about $133 less than Thursday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Long Beach to Tampa trip for July. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $148 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
• Marriott Tampa Westshore

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