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Cheap Flights from South Africa to Tampa

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from South Africa to Tampa

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 5:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-TPA Tampa
27h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
5:43 pm - 7:40 pmTPA  Tampa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$979Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:31 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-TPA Tampa
21h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:00 pmTPA  Tampa-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$1,006United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:31 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-TPA Tampa
21h 31m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 6:00 pmTPA  Tampa-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 45m1 stop Newark
$1,006United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 3:56 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-TPA Tampa
25h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 6:00 pmTPA  Tampa-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$1,006United Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:55 pm - 4:38 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-TPA Tampa
24h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
7:59 pm - 8:45 amTPA  Tampa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
$1,040Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Jan 11
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 2:11 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-TPA Tampa
24h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 6:35 pmTPA  Tampa-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,041Delta
Sun, Dec 20 - Mon, Jan 11
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 8:13 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-TPA Tampa
30h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:20 pm - 6:35 pmTPA  Tampa-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,041Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 5:45 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-TPA Tampa
27h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
Virgin Atlantic Logo
1:49 pm - 7:40 pmTPA  Tampa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,047Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 5:46 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-TPA Tampa
27h 31m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:51 pm - 7:40 pmTPA  Tampa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,052Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 20
Delta Logo
9:20 pm - 6:15 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-TPA Tampa
27h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:20 am - 10:00 pmTPA  Tampa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,152Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Tampa

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Tampa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Tampa?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Tampa was found on the route from Cape Town, at $979 return. The most popular connection is from Johannesburg to Tampa and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $979 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The cheapest month for flights to Tampa is February, where tickets cost $996 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and May, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is $1,384 and $1,262 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is May with an average price of $715.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Tampa?

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$660
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Cape Town to Tampa

FAQs - booking Tampa flights

  • What is the cheapest flight to Tampa?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Tampa was found on the route from Cape Town, at $979 return. The most popular connection is from Johannesburg to Tampa and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $979 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Tampa Airport from central Tampa?

    There are 5 miles between Tampa city center and Tampa Airport.

  • What is the name of Tampa’s airport?

    All flights to Tampa land at Tampa Airport. The airport code is TPA,and it can also be referred to as Tampa or Tampa Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Tampa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Tampa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Tampa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tampa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Tampa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tampa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Tampa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tampa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Tampa are there each week?

    Each week there are around 3,169 direct flights from within South Africa to Tampa. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Tampa

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from South Africa to Tampa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Tampa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8530 reviews
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
Airline reviews

overall the crew onboarding and providing service during our flight was great; they were friendly and helpful. I said ok to the entertainment because there was none, but the crew explained why which was very helpful. I am a diabetic and the type of snacks are not diabetic friendly (full of carbs and sugar). However, I am always prepared because I know the catering is for the larger population.

10.0 ExcellentDhegambari, Aug 2026
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overall the crew onboarding and providing service during our flight was great; they were friendly and helpful. I said ok to the entertainment because there was none, but the crew explained why which was very helpful. I am a diabetic and the type of snacks are not diabetic friendly (full of carbs and sugar). However, I am always prepared because I know the catering is for the larger population.

Flight was delayed and then "they did not have time to load food". No snack or drink at all for 1.5 how flight. Somebody wasn't prepared.

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Sorry I didn't realize I was writing a review for each leg. Please see my previous review - it applies to the entire flight, not just a single leg.

Delta is a good airline. I've never had an issue with Delta. I'll continue to fly with them until they show me that I shouldn't.

Flight was operated by Virgin Atlantic and it was up to their usual high standard. Minor grips about some issues, but they are really first world issues and as a whole, was an excellent flight.

First, Delta needs more flights to/from Miami. Second, a 1000pm leaving at 1230pm is unacceptable from their biggest airport world hub. Another aircraft could have been used such as the aircraft scheduled to be used in the morning for that exact same route. Yes, I did get me there but the lack of sleep the next day didn't help me enjoy my entire trip since I was busy with activities during the weekend. This can be and is expected from Spirit (going bankrupt) and Frontier (despite they're nickel and dimers). But from Delta's World Hub? That's totally unacceptable!

Other then mechanical/ computer problem and 3.5 hours flight delay the flight was great. I guess that what happened when you fly an old airplane now a day.

Don't waste your money or points on first class. Delta first class is a joke. The seats were rickety, the food was awful, and nothing worked, wifi, my light, the power plug - and it was dirty - the fold out table was gross. For 2-3 hours, tough it out in Economy.

5-hour delay due to storms in Tanoa and airspace restricted by Miami traffic controllers.

The flight was delayed because they closed several flight ways because of air shows, fire works, etc.

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

Much better than Spirit. I was please by the easy fast check in and boarding

In overall it was a good experience, the only down point was that the entertainment screen was working properly.

I liked the choice of lemon ginger tea. I think stewardesses can be more considerate of older people needs.

The plane was delayed ~ 40 minutes. Communication could have been better. The entertainment was poor. We were not offered headsets by the flight attendants. The arm rest pad did not work properly, thus, I could not select what I wanted to watch.

The crew were really great, but the 4 hour delay in small chunks was the worst.

Seats are way too snug for my hip to knee ratio and the recline on the seat in front of me made my experience worst. My legs had no room at all. Not a plane for people 6 ft or over unless you fly first class.

Staff were engaging but more concerned about their interaction with each other than with the passengers. Aircraft was very old and this was highly evident in the disrepair of the seats (pictures were taken). Video screens were small and difficult to use.

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