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Cheapest round-trip
$51
Typical prices: $89-$224
Frontier
Tue 10/30Wed 12/5
TPA - ATL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$29
Typical prices: $64-$198
Frontier
Mon 2/5
TPA - ATL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta, Frontier and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 39m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $168 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Atlanta (TPA-ATL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Atlanta

Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:57 pm - 7:49 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 52mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:36 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
1h 36mnonstop
$51Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 15
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7:08 am - 9:06 amTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 58mnonstop
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3:40 pm - 5:14 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
1h 34mnonstop
$52Frontier
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:29 pm - 8:25 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 56mnonstop
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9:13 pm - 9:50 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
12h 37m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$109Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:57 pm - 7:49 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 52mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 9:50 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
12h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$109Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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2:55 pm - 8:31 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 36m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:04 am - 2:03 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
4h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$112JetBlue
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:01 pm - 10:51 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:04 am - 2:03 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
4h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$115JetBlue
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:43 pm - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 42mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:31 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
1h 31mnonstop
$117Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 15
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7:40 am - 9:10 amTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 30mnonstop
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10:30 am - 12:00 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
1h 30mnonstop
$117Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:55 pm - 6:40 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 45mnonstop
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11:05 am - 12:40 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
1h 35mnonstop
$117Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:43 pm - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 42mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:31 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-TPA Tampa
1h 31mnonstop
$118Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Atlanta flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Atlanta typically range from $89 to $224. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $51, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Atlanta. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Atlanta at $114 round-trip.
•June ($196) and January ($174) 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 Tampa to Atlanta the cheapest?

Flights from Tampa to Atlanta are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Tampa to Atlanta

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, 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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest and ATL

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 Tampa to Atlanta flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$29
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Tampa to Atlanta

When to book flights from Tampa to Atlanta

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Your Tampa to Atlanta 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 Tampa to Atlanta?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 6:49 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:01 pm and lands at 10:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 39m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to Atlanta:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Tampa to Atlanta?

    A nonstop flight from Tampa to Atlanta takes 1h 39m, covering 407 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tampa to Atlanta?

    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 Tampa to Atlanta flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Atlanta range from $89 to $224, with an average of $145 over the past 12 months. Anything below $89 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $145 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $144 round-trip, compared to $168 via a layover through Philadelphia (PHL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Tampa to Atlanta?

    Spirit Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Tampa to Atlanta flights are:

    • Spirit Airlines: 95% on time
    • Frontier: 90% on time
    • Delta: 88% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $31–$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 Tampa to Atlanta?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 757 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Tampa to Atlanta flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    Delta is the only airline on the Tampa to Atlanta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $54, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Tampa to Atlanta usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Tampa to Atlanta?

    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 Tampa to Atlanta?

    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 Tampa to Atlanta route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 08m.

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

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

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Tampa to Atlanta. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $128 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $188, a difference of $60.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Tampa to Atlanta?

    3 airlines operate flights between Tampa and Atlanta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier
    • Southwest

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

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 23m, compared with 6h 20m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 7h 41m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Tampa to Atlanta flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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.

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

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: 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.

  • Where can I get assistance at Tampa International Airport?

    Information Boards on Levels 2 and 3 of TPA's Main Terminal provide help with airport paging, directions and flight status. For general airport questions, an information kiosk is located in the center of Level 3 of the Main Terminal. The kiosk is staffed with Guest Experience Representatives and operates daily from 4:00 am to 11:30 pm.

  • Is there a public transportation option to get from ATL to the city?

    Yes, ATL is connected to the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) train system.

  • What are the public transit options from downtown Tampa to Tampa International Airport?

    For travelers with lots of luggage or those not near Kenny Boulevard Station, several local taxi companies and ride-hailing apps provide service to Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • What accessibility features do TPA and ATL offer?

    Both Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) offer accessibility features for travelers with disabilities. At TPA, travelers who drive can leave their cars in disabled parking spaces while they travel. For travelers with limited mobility, TPA has wheelchairs, elevators and ADA-compliant restrooms. At ATL, airline representatives provide wheelchair assistance, all passenger elevators are accessible and all restroom facilities are equipped for wheelchair access. For travelers with hearing loss or speech impairment, Teletypewriters (TTY) are available at both TPA and ATL.

Your guide to booking Tampa to Atlanta 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $128, about $60 less than Monday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Atlanta trip for November. Fares historically average $114 round-trip in that month - typically $82 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Spirit Airlines. Over the past three months, 95% of Spirit Airlines flights from Tampa to Atlanta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 08m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

    • Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
    • AC Hotels by Marriott Atlanta Airport Gateway
  • If someone is picking you up at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL), ask them to wait in the free cell phone lot a short drive from the terminal building.
  • If you want a quiet place to pray before your flight, both TPA and ATL have dedicated spaces. TPA has a chapel on the Transfer Level. ATL has three interfaith prayer rooms: one on the 3rd floor of the Atrium, one behind the Martin Luther King Junior Exhibit in Concourse E and one on the 2nd floor of Concourse F.
  • Bringing a pet on your flight? At Tampa International Airport, pets can enter the terminal as long as they are on a leash or in an approved pet carrier. Relief areas are also available beyond security.
  • Before your flight to Atlanta, you can unwind at one of the lounges in Tampa International Airport (TPA). The Delta Air Lines Delta Sky Club is in Airside E and the American Airlines Admirals Club is in Airside F.

Prefer to fly direct from Tampa to Atlanta?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Tampa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tampa to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Tampa

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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