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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Typical prices: $338-$543
American Airlines
Tue 12/4Thu 12/6
TPA - COU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$205
Typical prices: $313-$484
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/6
TPA - COU • 2 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 35% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $338 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbia (TPA-COU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Columbia

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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11:32 am - 6:59 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
8h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:31 am - 2:46 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
6h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$348American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Jan 8
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3:36 pm - 10:42 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
8h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:50 am - 2:20 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$348American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
1:18 pm - 9:23 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
9h 05m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:25 am - 8:17 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
7h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Jan 8
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4:54 pm - 9:23 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
5h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:45 am - 9:57 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
13h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$388United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 9:29 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
7h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:26 am - 12:41 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$398American Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
United Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 8:30 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
9h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 2:56 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
5h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$448United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 8:30 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
9h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:36 am - 8:39 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$448United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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9:44 am - 8:30 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
11h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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11:36 am - 6:10 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$454United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 10:42 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
6h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:44 pm - 10:41 amCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
14h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$507American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
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3:13 pm - 9:08 pmTPA  Tampa-COU Columbia Regional
6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 2:21 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TPA Tampa
6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$530American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbia typically range from $338 to $543. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Columbia. It’s 37% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Columbia at $328 round-trip.
•April ($746) and July ($652) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 127% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Tampa to Columbia flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$205
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Tampa to Columbia

When to book flights from Tampa to Columbia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tampa to Columbia 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 Columbia flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Tampa to Columbia.

  • How long is a flight from Tampa to Columbia?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Tampa to Columbia. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 51m and 9h 22m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Columbia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbia range from $338 to $543, with an average of $503 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Tampa to Columbia 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 $348 to $2,281. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Columbia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $300, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Tampa to Columbia usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Columbia Regional (COU).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Tampa to Columbia. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $746, a difference of $428.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Tampa to Columbia?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 48m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Tampa and Columbia?

    Columbia is 1 hour behind Tampa (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Tampa to Columbia 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $318, about $428 less than Monday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Columbia trip for March. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $418 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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