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Cheapest round-trip
$216
Typical prices: $217-$397
Frontier
Fri 11/9Fri 11/9
LGA - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$235
Typical prices: $216-$398
Delta
Sun 11/11Mon 11/12
LGA - TPA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 04m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $204 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from LaGuardia to Tampa (LGA-TPA)

 

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

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
Frontier Logo
9:29 am - 9:17 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
11h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
9:53 am - 4:29 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$216Frontier
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 11:54 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
5:54 pm - 8:34 amTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
14h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$216Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
2:30 pm - 11:30 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
9h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 8:55 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 55m1 stop Kansas City
$219Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
4:20 pm - 12:30 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
8h 10m1 stop Kansas City
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 8:55 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 55m1 stop Kansas City
$219Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 3:02 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 11:34 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
4h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$219United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
5:29 pm - 11:59 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:54 pm - 8:19 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$219United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:29 am - 5:33 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:11 pm - 7:35 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
20h 24m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$223Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:29 am - 5:27 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
7h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:39 pm - 7:35 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
43h 56m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$226Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 10:04 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
3h 05mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:10 pm - 9:53 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 43mnonstop
$235Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
5:10 pm - 8:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-TPA Tampa
3h 00mnonstop
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 8:02 pmTPA  Tampa-LGA New York LaGuardia
2h 47mnonstop
$238Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa typically range from $217 to $397. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $216, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa at $217 round-trip.
•April ($347) and December ($330) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from LaGuardia 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 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 and JetBlue

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Key details for New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$126
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa

When to book flights from LaGuardia to Tampa

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Your New York LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 10:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:59 pm and lands at 11:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 04m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa takes 3h 04m, covering 1,011 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa range from $217 to $397, with an average of $297 over the past 12 months. Anything below $217 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $297 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York LaGuardia 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 $296 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while JetBlue has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights are:

    • Delta: 77% on time
    • JetBlue: 75% on time
    • American Airlines: 74% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 76% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 43%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $216 to $1,116. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights:

    • Delta
    • 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.

  • How are flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $131, which is 26% 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa usually depart from New York LaGuardia (LGA) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from New York LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 34m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $266 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $335, a difference of $69.

    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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Tampa. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 02m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights?

    Among airlines operating New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa flights?

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

    • Delta: 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 always check the fare details before booking.

  • What transport options do I have at Tampa International Airport?

    Ground transportation at TPA includes taxis and Transport Network Companies (TNCs). Taxis are available at the cab area outside the Baggage Claim Level. TNCs such as Uber, Lyft and Wridz pick up at the Red Express Curbside, Blue Express Curbside or the SkyCenter One office building remote curbside.

  • Does LaGuardia Airport offer accessible services?

    Yes, LGA offers accessible services. TSA Cares provides assistance from Transportation Security Officers through the airport's checkpoints for travelers with disabilities. LGA also has a program for travelers with hidden disabilities, including autism. Participants receive a Hidden Disability Sunflower Lanyard to signal that assistance may be needed during travel. The lanyard is available on a voluntary basis. Requests can be made at the Terminal A Information Center in arrivals, the Terminal B Guest Experience desk and Terminal B Information Center on Level 1 and the Terminal C Information Center in arrivals.

  • What categories of lounges are available at Tampa International Airport?

    TPA has an American Airlines Admirals Club in Concourse F, Airside, Gate 85. Access is available through membership and One-Day Passes can be purchased online and at select locations. Eligible passengers and day-pass holders can access the Delta Sky Club in Airside Concourse E. TPA also has a USO lounge for active military personnel and their families. It is on Level 2, Ticketing Level, near the British Airways Ticket Counter.

Your guide to booking New York LaGuardia 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $266, about $69 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $217 round-trip in that month - typically $130 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 77% of Delta flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 76%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 34m, 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 Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $204 round-trip on this route - about $92 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
  • When you're navigating Tampa International Airport (TPA), keep the terminal's three levels in mind: baggage claim, ticketing and transfer.
  • To get between Terminal A, Terminal B and Terminal C at LaGuardia Airport (LGA), use the free airport shuttle. It runs around the clock, departing every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during off-peak hours.
  • If you're traveling with a pet or service animal, you'll find relief areas in all terminals at LaGuardia Airport.

Prefer to fly direct from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New York LaGuardia Airport to Tampa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York LaGuardia to Tampa

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Tampa to New York LaGuardia

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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