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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $244-$426
Breeze Airways
Sun 12/2Wed 12/5
MSN - TPA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$79
Typical prices: $145-$313
Breeze Airways
Sun 12/16
MSN - TPA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 2h 53m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $349 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madison to Tampa (MSN-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to Tampa

Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Breeze Airways Logo
10:38 am - 2:31 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
2h 53mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
7:50 am - 9:58 amTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
3h 08mnonstop
$197Breeze Airways
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Breeze Airways Logo
10:38 am - 2:31 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
2h 53mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
7:50 am - 9:58 amTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
3h 08mnonstop
$198Breeze Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Jan 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 2:31 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
2h 53mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:54 am - 5:20 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
35h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$214Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 2:31 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
2h 53mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:59 pm - 5:20 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
26h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$247Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
Delta Logo
1:01 pm - 8:15 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:36 pm - 7:14 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$277Delta
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
Delta Logo
3:12 pm - 10:58 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
6h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
7:01 am - 2:28 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$277Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 6:47 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 12:19 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$281American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 12:20 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
6h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:19 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$281American Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
3:46 pm - 9:45 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 10:19 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$281United Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
3:46 pm - 9:45 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-TPA Tampa
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:51 pm - 8:59 pmTPA  Tampa-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$281United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madison to Tampa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to Tampa typically range from $244 to $426. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $197, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Tampa. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Tampa?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Tampa at $240 round-trip.
•March ($412) and February ($373) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madison to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to Tampa are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Madison to Tampa flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$79
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Madison to Tampa

When to book flights from Madison to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison to Tampa?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:38 am and lands at 1:31 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:38 am and lands at 1:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 53m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madison to Tampa:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Madison to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Tampa takes 2h 53m, covering 1,113 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madison 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 Madison to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Tampa range from $244 to $426, with an average of $324 over the past 12 months. Anything below $244 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madison to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $324 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Madison to Tampa?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $243 round-trip, compared to $349 via a layover through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $77–$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 Madison to Tampa?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

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

    One-way fares from Madison to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 9% 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 averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Madison to Tampa usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Madison to Tampa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $274 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $471, a difference of $197.

    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 airlines fly from Madison to Tampa?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Madison and Tampa.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 15m, compared with 5h 37m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 39m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Madison and Tampa?

    Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Madison (Eastern Time vs Central 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.

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

    Among airlines operating Madison to Tampa flights:

    • Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; 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 Madison 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

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

  • Can I lessen my CO2 impact with my flight to Tampa from Madison?

    Flying from MSN to TPA usually results in about 1,426 lbs of CO2 per passenger. But if you fly United Airlines from Madison to Tampa with a stop in Chicago, you could save up to 58% in CO2 emissions. That is about 829 lbs.

  • Will there be inflight entertainment on my flight from Madison to Tampa?

    You can tell which flights provide inflight entertainment on flights from Madison to Tampa by expanding the plane information in the flight details on KAYAK. For example, American Airlines flights that have Wi-Fi service will usually also offer streaming from their entertainment library to your device. You can also check if these flights have power or USB outlets.

  • Are there rental car companies at TPA?

    From the main terminal baggage claim area, head to the SkyConnect train, which will take you to the Rental Car Center. There, you will find most major and local car rental companies, including Alamo, National, and SIXT. Most counters are open from around 5 am to 7 pm.

  • What are my public transport options from TPA to Tampa?

    If you want to take public transport to get downtown from the airport, grab the SkyConnect from the main terminal to the Rental Car Center. From there, you will have a choice of Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) or Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) buses to catch, depending on your destination. This should cost about $2, but it may vary depending on the schedule.

Your guide to booking Madison 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $274, about $197 less than Sunday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to Tampa trip for August. Fares historically average $240 round-trip in that month - typically $172 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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
    • Marriott Tampa Westshore
    • Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN), also called Truax Field, is about 6 miles from downtown Madison, Wisconsin. Currently, American, Delta, Frontier, Sun Country, and United Airlines operate out of MSN. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is about 6 miles from downtown Tampa and is the main international airport for the Tampa area.
  • If you are looking for a better deal and don’t need to fly non-stop to Tampa, you may be able to save money by taking time with one or more stopovers. For example, you could take Delta with a stop in Atlanta or Frontier with a stop in Denver. Or you could take American and stop in Charlotte and Miami.
  • There are three parking lots available at MSN. The Ramp lot is directly across from the main terminal building and is about $10 a day. A little further away is the Surface Lot for about $8 a day. The farthest lot, Park & Walk, also called the Economy Lot, is around $6 a day. There is no advanced booking available, but the website does offer updated information on open spots at the lots.
  • With the Madison Metro Transit System, there are several buses from downtown Madison, such as Route 2 or 28, that will take you to the North Transfer Point, where you can catch Route 20 to the airport. Service usually starts around 5:30 am until about 11 pm during the week and costs around $2 a person.
  • If you have some time to spare before your flight to Tampa from Madison, you could check out the Short Story Dispenser at MSN. You can choose 1min or 3min stories to read that are printed on eco-friendly paper that does not use ink. There are also children’s stories to enchant the kids, too. And if you find the wait a bit stressful, one of the airport’s therapy animals may be nearby to help ease your mind.

Prefer to fly direct from Madison to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Madison Truax Field Airport to Tampa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madison Truax Field to Tampa

Tuesday

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Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Tampa to Madison Truax Field

Tuesday

Breeze Airways

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Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

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