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Cheapest round-trip
$414
Typical prices: $408-$484
United Airlines
Tue 2/6Fri 2/9
TPA - MBS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$264
Typical prices: $279-$468
Delta
Sat 9/29
TPA - MBS • 1 stop
When to travel
July
Cheapest • 1% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $414 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Bay City (TPA-MBS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Bay City

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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2:50 pm - 7:54 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
5h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:50 pm - 9:48 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$414United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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9:40 am - 7:54 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
10h 14m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:50 pm - 9:48 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$420United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:35 am - 1:00 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 5:37 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
11h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$424United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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8:40 am - 7:54 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
11h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 5:37 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
11h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$429United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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8:40 am - 7:54 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
11h 14m3 stops Newark Cleveland Hopkins Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 3:47 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
9h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$435United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:11 pm - 10:26 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
4h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 pm - 8:22 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
14h 07m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Raleigh-Durham
$442Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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9:18 am - 10:26 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
13h 08m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 pm - 8:22 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
14h 07m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Raleigh-Durham
$455Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
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6:11 pm - 10:26 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
4h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 pm - 9:39 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
15h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$458Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:35 am - 1:00 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 12:41 pmMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$464United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 28
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10:45 am - 5:33 pmTPA  Tampa-MBS Bay City MBS Intl
6h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:15 pm - 9:39 amMBS  Bay City MBS Intl-TPA Tampa
15h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$478Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Bay City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Bay City start at $414. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $408 to $484. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $414 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Tampa to Bay City flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$264
Most popular time to fly with an average 56% increase in price.
Flight from Tampa to Bay City

When to book flights from Tampa to Bay City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tampa to Bay City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Tampa to Bay City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Tampa to Bay City usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Tampa to Bay City.

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

    Connecting flights from Tampa to Bay City most commonly pass through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 36% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Tampa to Bay City route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $422 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $503, a difference of $81. 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 long is a flight from Tampa to Bay City?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Tampa to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 16m and 5h 54m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tampa to Bay City?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Tampa to Bay City 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 $414 to $927. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Bay City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $758, which is 127% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?

    Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Tampa to Bay City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Bay City range from $408 to $484, with an average of $424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Tampa to Bay City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average $422 - about $81 less than Wednesday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Bay City trip for July. Fares historically average $422 round-trip in that month - typically $240 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Tampa to Bay City

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Tampa (TPA)
Bay City (MBS)