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Cheapest round-trip
$225
Typical prices: $157-$294
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TPA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$225
Typical prices: $156-$350
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TPA - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to O'Hare Intl (TPA-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Tampa to O'Hare Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to O'Hare Intl

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:05 am - 12:59 pm
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1:55 pm - 9:22 pm
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6h 27m
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$225Delta
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 15
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2:30 pm - 6:24 pm
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2h 54mnonstop
$226United Airlines
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8:05 am - 12:59 pm
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6h 56m
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$227Delta
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10:40 pm - 5:37 am
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7:15 am - 5:54 am
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21h 39m
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$228Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Thu, Aug 13
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5h 23m
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5h 05m
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$229Delta
Sat, Jul 18 - Tue, Jul 21
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$230Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 13 - Wed, Jul 15
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$231Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 1 - Wed, Aug 5
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6h 41m
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21h 18m
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$232Frontier
Fri, Jul 24 - Fri, Jul 31
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14h 44m
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$233Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 18
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12:17 pm - 2:20 pm
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8h 18m
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$234United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Tampa to O'Hare Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in September.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $195 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $368 and $321 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $350, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Tampa to O'Hare Intl

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FAQs for booking Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • Does Tampa Airport have a military lounge?

    Yes. The USO at TPA is open from 8 am to 8 pm and is located Landside on Level 2. Free of charge, US military members, military retirees, coalition partners, and military families can enjoy the benefits and facilities of the lounge. Some of these amenities include TV, relaxing seating, a library, things for kids to do, a quiet rest area, computers, refreshments, and more.

  • Does TPA provide animal relief areas in the airport?

    Yes. At TPA, you can find pet relief areas in each terminal Airside as well as Landside. The Airside pet relief stations are at the gate level, and the Landside pet relief areas are outdoors, just outside baggage claim. Each of these animal relief stations features lush artificial grass, a mock fire hydrant, a sink to drink out of, waste bags, and trash cans.

  • Does ORD have any facilities for nursing mothers?

    Yes. ORD has 14 different private areas throughout the terminals where traveling moms can breastfeed or pump. These 14 locations are a combination of clean, quiet Mother's Rooms that have a comfortable chair and a sink. You can also find freestanding Mamava lactation suites in the terminals. Each unit has bench seating, a fold-down table, a USB port, and an electrical outlet.

  • Does ORD have a hotel at the airport?

    Yes. If you need to get settled quickly or if you are staying in Chicago only briefly, consider checking into the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel. Located across from Terminal 2 and connected to all the different terminals by way of an underground walkway, this hotel features an indoor pool, room service, a business center, wheelchair accessibility, and much more.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $104 for a one-way ticket and $225 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Tampa and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Air Canada, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Tampa and Chicago O'Hare Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tampa to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $287 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $677 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from 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 from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Chicago O'Hare Airport from Tampa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Tampa to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $200 or less one-way and $350 or less round-trip.
  • The Tampa International Airport (TPA) on the western side of Florida is a hub for Southwest Airlines. The Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the primary airport serving the Chicago metropolitan area, and it is a hub for United and American Airlines.
  • United, American, Southwest, and Spirit are among the airlines that offer direct flights from TPA to ORD. American, United, Delta, Spirit, and JetBlue are among the airlines that offer one and two-stop flights from TPA to ORD. Layover cities include Charlotte, Atlanta, Austin, and more.
  • If you want to relax your muscles and spirit before you board your plane to Chicago, you can get a massage or other relaxing treatment at Gateway Spa at TPA. There are spa locations in Terminals C and E, where you can get massages, manicures, and pedicures. At the spa locations in Terminals A and F, you can get a massage.
  • If you want to get into downtown Tampa from the Tampa Airport, you can go to the rental car center in order to catch a bus. The Pinellis Suncoast Transit Authority bus or the Hillsboro Area Regional Transit bus will take you into town on a journey that lasts about 40min. At the arrivals curb, you can also catch a Yellow Cab or a United Cab for a trip into Tampa that will take approximately 11min.
  • Throughout the Chicago O'Hare Airport terminals and in their Multi-Modal facility as well, travelers can find restrooms that are designated all-gender.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Tampa to O'Hare Intl

 
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The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
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The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

Everything was on time. I was disappointed by the front section female, African American flight attendant. I did not see her name tag or would have identified by name not race. As passengers moved to the bathroom early in flight, she would say with a disdainful tone “I have to say the seat belt light is on” then go back to her book. Better trained flight attendants say something like be careful the seat belt light is on.

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

No space for our carryon and needed to check at plane before boarding !

The flight was great. We were not offered any beverages though. And there was no real turbulence, so not sure why.

I always know what to expect from Southwest - friendly crew, on time departures. I like getting free baggage. The app works great and the in-flight entertainment passes the time.

Not good.,At first delayed due to weather, then still had to load all the luggage, then a mechanical issue. Upon finally arriving, clothes wet as suitcases sat out in the rain. In a hard side suitcase! Ruined some paper items inside. Not happy!

The flight itself was good. We were delayed 1 1/2 hours which was not good.

Flight was fine but new boarding policy was a drag Xtra time passenger group And Waiting until entire bridge empties before calling a list preferred... Waste of time

Wish that they would space out the boarding a little. COVID is still around and is real. No entertainment. Miss the peanuts.

Flights were on time. Free Wifi on plane. Everything was well organized.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

Everything was absolutely wonderful from check in to baggage claim. Staff was very professional and sweet. Will definitely recommend United to family and friends.

It was nice to have gotten up upgraded to first class with a meal on a three hour flight

Flight attendant in first class gave poor service (like he didn't want to be there) and food was awful. We sat waiting for gate upon arrival over 45 mins.

Flight was delayed two hours. No snacks and no tv screens. My bag got stuck in Chicago

Boarding was friendly and quick. While the plane model was older with no live tv, the entertainment was full of movies and tv shows. All food was available. Pilots were very communicative with status of the flight. Flight landed on time.

The flight was clean and on time, the crew were all very nice and we got the seats we booked. Plenty of food and beverages. The seats are too close so it’s very difficult to try and sleep comfortably.

Any flight that gets from point A to B with no drama is excellent.

Noticing spectacular about the flight. It got me fro m point a to b. High priced

Requested early boarding to disinfect seat, tray table, etc. before general boarding. Instructed to board after wheelchair passengers. Waited on jet bridge behind 12 wheelchair passengers. Stopped immediately after entering plane to wait for gate agent in rear of plane cleaning a seat that was wet, got to my row and found both seats adjacent to mine already occupied, with the lack of room making it impossible for me to clean my own space and defeating the purpose of my boarding early. Cleaned the armrests and tray table as best I could.

The new planes (American Eagle) are beautiful and especially comfortable. The flight attendants are consistently professional and courteous. And, while it may seem inconsequential, the new liquid tube of coffee creamer—in contrast to the powdered coffee creamer—makes all the difference in a cup of coffee.

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

Waited for oxygen tanks for 30 minutes after boarding was complete.

Little warm on the plane and delayed for an hour

I enjoyed the extra leg room compared to other airlines. The first stewards made my daughter’s birthday special by giving her an extra snack. Then the last one coming home from Chicago to Appleton made our night really enjoyable Thanks for making our trip enjoyable

It was a short flight, there wasn’t entertainment unless you log into air wifi. Other than that it was good.

Very disappointed that there are back to planes without entertainment units. They charge for the wifi without providing a few movies for free. All this after I has missed my flight as the previous plane was 2 hours late.

It was a good flight, but no in-air entertainment and charging.

My checked in luggage cost was $59, almost ticket price. The first 13 rows were empty, but fly attendant did not alow women with little boy change her middle sit, sweet boy was crying, I am so sorry for mother and passengers. At the end of the flight the cabin became impossible cold. Only good was timing of departure and early landing, but it suppose to be normal.

I tried to book a flight with Jet Blue. Your third party company hijacked my attempt with a website that looked like I was booking with Jet Blue. I realized it when I paid. I tried to cancel and was told by a man in India that there were no refunds. $735 stolen, Thanks Kayak!

My experience with JetBlue was fine BUT I am very upset with Kayak! JetBlue had delayed our scheduled departure by an hour and you NEVER notified me of the change. I did not hear directly from JetBlue because the trip was booked through Kayak, a mistake I will not repeat. Your reminder of the our trip last week still had the WRONG departure time. Our return trip has also changed, and again no notice from you.

My encounter with the entertainment services provided on board was moderate; the functionality of the Wi-Fi connection was either sluggish or nonoperational, while the display screens were antiquated and suffered from poor visibility. On the positive side, the cabin exuded a sense of expansiveness, and the crew exhibited amiable and accommodating behavior throughout the journey.

I volunteered to let them put my carry on suitcase in the baggage storage area. But when we landed I was told it was being unloaded IN A DIFFERENT TERMINAL! I had to walk (painful for me) a long way to retrieve my bag and my ride had to move from the waiting area they were in to a totally different one. Not happy.

great flight. Pilot was communicative, flight attendants were excellent. Really nice experience except my tv didn’t work.

no wifi and the aircraft was very old with tiny 4” screens.

JetBlue's check-in was great, but there was an in-flight flight attendant who was very rude and unkind. I didn't realize that the bathrooms were already locked 30 mins prior to landing and needed to use the restroom. Instead of politely asking me to return, she rudely told me, 'No, bathrooms are locked! Go back to your seat!' The flight was more than an hour delay, which made me almost miss my connecting flight. I understand the reasoning, but the action they took to get a hold of maintenance was time consuming. It took them so long to get a hold of maintenance and for maintenance to get started. Most importantly, my 3 checked baggages are missing! I'm writing this review 3 days after my arrival to the Philippines, and my 3 checked baggages, where my wedding dress is, are all missing!

Long flight but food was good, with free pillow and blanket. CREW WAS GOOD.

They never came by to take empty cups or trash.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

Too many extra fees, uncomfortable, little leg room. Will not recommend this airline.

Severe turbulence. Captain never came on to reassure passengers after things settled down.

We were delayed three times ,and that destroyed my plans, and reservations

The crew was delayed because they came on another flight that was delayed due to weather 10pm flight left at 1.30 am The airline made no effort to align alternate crew

Flying Frontier was a nightmare. From the booking through Kayak, checking in, departing and arriving, I will never recommend Kayak or Frontier.

The trip was unremarkable which is good. Crew was very professional and courteous.

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