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$43 Find Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbus

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Cheapest round-trip
$106
Overall average: $328
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/11Wed 2/18
TPA - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$269
Typical prices: $255-$424
Southwest
Wed 2/11Wed 2/18
TPA - CMH • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Columbus (TPA-CMH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbus 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 Columbus

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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CMH
4h 32m1 stop
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11:39 am - 5:33 pm
CMH
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TPA
5h 54m1 stop
$106Spirit Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 28
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6:38 pm - 11:32 pm
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CMH
4h 54m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 9:00 pm
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TPA
9h 21m1 stop
$127Spirit Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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5:55 am - 10:32 am
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CMH
4h 37m1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:17 am - 12:25 am
CMH
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TPA
13h 08m1 stop
$129Frontier
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 28
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5:45 am - 10:47 am
TPA
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CMH
5h 02m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 8:49 pm
CMH
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TPA
15h 04m1 stop
$132Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
Frontier Logo
6:13 pm - 10:47 am
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CMH
16h 34m1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:03 pm - 12:26 am
CMH
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TPA
12h 23m1 stop
$133Frontier
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
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6:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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CMH
4h 32m1 stop
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5:22 pm - 8:23 am
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15h 01m2 stops
$134Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26
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6:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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CMH
4h 32m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:03 pm - 12:26 am
CMH
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TPA
12h 23m1 stop
$135Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
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6:55 pm - 11:27 pm
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CMH
4h 32m1 stop
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5:22 pm - 7:40 am
CMH
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TPA
14h 18m1 stop
$138Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 28
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5:45 am - 10:47 am
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CMH
5h 02m1 stop
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5:45 am - 8:23 am
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TPA
26h 38m2 stops
$145Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 4
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5:45 am - 10:47 am
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CMH
5h 02m1 stop
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5:45 am - 11:51 pm
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18h 06m2 stops
$150Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to Columbus flights

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

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Planning a trip from Tampa to Columbus? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Columbus?

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

For Tampa to Columbus, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Columbus back to Tampa, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Columbus Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport is July, where tickets cost $211 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $369 and $356 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tampa to Columbus 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 $299, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tampa to Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$43
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tampa to Columbus based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Tampa to Columbus flights

  • Is there public transportation from Tampa to Tampa International Airport (TPA)?

    Yes, Tampa International Airport (TPA) is connected to downtown Tampa with numerous transportation options, including buses, taxis, and trains. It takes about 11min to get to Tampa International Airport by taxi. The Express Tampa free shuttle train takes 30min to cover the same distance. The train regularly runs every 15-30min between TPA Airport and downtown Tampa.

  • What services are available for passengers with reduced mobility?

    It is possible to arrange special assistance before the scheduled flight to move through the TPA airport easily and through security to your gate. The airport is equipped with wheelchair-accessible restrooms and shuttles and extra assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. As for the arrival airport, Columbus International Airport (CMH) also has wheelchair-accessible services upon request.

  • What is the most efficient way to travel from Columbus International Airport (CMH) to downtown Columbus?

    There are several ways to get to downtown Columbus from Columbus International Airport (CMH). A bus takes approximately 16min to get to downtown Columbus and is less expensive. Alternatively, you can opt for taxis, Lyft and Uber, which take approximately 8min to cover the same distance.

  • Can I sleep at Columbus International Airport (CMH)?

    Yes, sleeping at Columbus International Airport (CMH) is possible if you arrive late and can't find a hotel where you can spend the night. However, note that the lights are left on throughout the night, so ensure that you carry eyeshades to avoid waking up with dark under eye circles. However, if you want comfortable and uninterrupted sleep, there are multiple hotels within and near the airport where you can spend the night.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport was $43 for a one-way ticket and $106 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Tampa and Columbus?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Tampa to Columbus?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Tampa to Columbus flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Tampa to Columbus?

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tampa to Columbus flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tampa to Columbus?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Tampa and Columbus, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Tampa to Columbus?

    There are nonstop flights from Tampa to Columbus on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to Columbus are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $329 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $337 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Columbus.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Columbus 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 Columbus?

    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 Columbus with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and CMH 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 Columbus?

    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 Columbus 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 Columbus Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $185 or less one-way and $337 or less round-trip.
  • Passengers can take advantage of lounges available in the departure and arrival airports. There are numerous airline lounges at Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Columbus International Airport (CMH) lounges, offering excellent services, including meals and drinks. Note that these airline lounges have different rules and regulations so be sure to contact them and check before booking for their services.
  • For those in Columbus International Airport (CMH) with infants, the terminals are equipped with comfortable nursing suites to make minors and their mothers comfortable before boarding their flight. The nursing suites features comfortable baby changing table, seat and a sink.
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) has several banking ATM services for travelers who want to withdraw money for their needs at the airport. However, it is vital to note that there are service fees for each withdrawal, so be sure to call your bank for fee schedules and daily withdrawal limits.
  • With numerous relaxation areas within Tampa International Airport (TPA) offering top-notch spa services, you will find one that matches your needs. Look no further than Getaway Spa at Airside C and E. You can also take advantage of the new outdoor courtyards near the Main Terminal if you want fresh air.
  • Columbus Airport (CMH) features multiple designated work stations with power outlets and USB charging ports located throughout the airport terminals. So, passengers looking to catch up on unfinished work can utilize these working stations. The best part is that you can log into the complimentary Wi-Fi and stay connected with friends and family.

Prefer to fly direct from Tampa to Columbus?

 
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Tampa to Columbus

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tampa to Columbus. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4249 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
8.6Crew
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Flight was on time. Wi-fi was a little spotty/slow. Boarding and exit were efficient.

8.0 ExcellentChad, Dec 2025
PNS - BNA
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Flight was on time. Wi-fi was a little spotty/slow. Boarding and exit were efficient.

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

My flight was delayed 50 minutes and we were rushed to board to then sit for 15 minutes until the pilot arrived. Unacceptable since we could have waited to board. Also the delayed flight was updated AFTER we boarded to more than the 10 minutes as originally stated.

Other than a bit of a delay, everything was good. Again, the boarding process and picking seats is the only thing I don't enjoy.

If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

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.

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

Short flight with plenty of open seats. Drinks and snacks were still provided even on such a short flight. <1 hr

WiFi on the flight was not working. Thus, entertainment options were limited.

The only thing nice I can say is the flight crew was really nice and apologetic about the situation. They shared as much information as they had and advised us on what we could do about missing connecting flights. The boarding process was so slow. The gate agent was working by herself and should have had someone working with her. It took almost an hour to board because she was trying to board a full flight of people and provide customer service to everyone who was flying standby and/or had questions. It was really chaotic. This didn't help the fact that we were delayed and folks were missing connections the longer it took.

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

This flight was straightforward and without difficulty. Service was OK, but I continue to be underwhelmed by level of attention given to Sky Priority passengers.

The ticket agents in West Palm Beach on Friday afternoon Nov. 7th were incredible in getting us on an earlier plane to Atlanta during the government shutdown. Had the taken our original flight we would have missed our connection. She did this on her own, We didn't even have to ask, and she did it all with a smile and showing genuine concern that we would be taken care of. We are very grateful and thankful. We fly often, and now we will be sure to fly Delta.

Non stop on long haul is the way to go. Great experience

The boarding process needs to be refined. Sometimes the gate crew call out the boarding zone, and then flip to the monitor to show which zones are boarding. So unless everyone is gathered around to see the monitor there is usually confusion as wi which zones are boarding.

Really low quality food especially for an international flight. The crew also was surprisingly unpleasant except couple of ladies. I know we were not in first class but that’s no reason to treat customers as less.

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

It was fine. My connection in Charlotte to go to WPB was too late and I had to spend the night in the Charlotte Airport in the mini suites.

The captain brought my 6 year old son into the cockpit and allowed him to ask questions, sit in the captain’s chair and talk about all the gears and levers. Made the trip very special for him.

Boarding was organized and timely. Food was mediocre, especially for first class travel.

We were 4+ hours delayed. AA is absolutely obnoxious. They just kept pushing back the time to the point where we did not get into Vegas until after midnight when we were supposed to arrive like 845pm.

My last flight on 25 Dec, it’s Christmas Day, everyone happy and very good mood. I really enjoy traveling with Americans Airlines from Miami to Minneapolis my home town after long flight from lhe to Doha then Miami. Thank you again to make my travels comfortable and relaxed. Best regards

For whatever reason, the flight was not catered -we were told it would be a 45 minute delay waiting for catering - so no food. There were opened candy and peanuts in the seatback pocket. Flight landed early in DFW but due to the assigned gate not being available, we sat on the ground for 30 minutes waiting for the gate to open - making the flight actually arrive at the gate late.

Experience was good, however I had a delay due to weather happening and had to re purchase a seat on a new plane for a higher price (could be my own issue and misunderstanding) but other than that situation. First time flyer (by myself) was terrific!! The last from ORD to ALO didn't have wifi, but it was only 45 minutes so I'm sure that was part of the reason. Overall my experience was great! Next time I will remember to buy tickets with longer layovers. The delays really saved my overall anxiety. :)

I appreciated that it was on time, safe and professional. I didn’t like that I wasn’t in a place where I had a window at my window seat. It would have been nice to know that in advance. If it was mentioned in the ticketing, I didn’t notice it.

I like that the crew kept us informed but we moved back and forth from gate to gate before the aircraft arrived.

we landed at cmh ten minutes early but had to sit on tarmac for twenty minutes because a plane was at our gate despite the fact that 3 other gates were open.

It was fine. Nobody was outstandingly friendly but no one was rude and everything was smooth . The captain thanked us for flying but no one greeted me as I walked on the plane or as I exited which is the least they could do lol

Clean, friendly, roomy. But check-in from the phone link was terrible. Repeated attempts wouldn’t save at the final step. Just kept spinning! It was very frustrating. Finally, I used the app (vs website link) to check-in which worked very smoothly on the first attempt.

Check in on the web portal was cumbersome! After several attempts I finally got the boarding pass.

Excellent flight and even arrived 23 min early. No entertainment , or wi fi on board, but I downloaded a couple of movies beforehand which kept me entertained. Really like flying Allegiant airlines.

WE were delayed about an hour and never any communications from the employees working the gate. We also were moved to a total of three gates.

I love how they show love to their customers and care about them too.

I liked how when I got on board how fast we ended up taking off but what I truly disliked was how uncomfortable the seats were. There was truly never a time that I could ever get comfortable during both of my flights. The seats could get away during shorter flights but flights 3 hour plus makes it hard to enjoy.

The crew was great and the flight was very smooth. Can’t really judge food since I did not get any because it costs money. The seat was comfortable for what we bought. Thanks!

Crew was great. No entertainment and food and beverage was for purchase only, even water

It was canceled. The flight wasn’t rescheduled, everyone had to figure out their own new arrangements. They said we would get refunded our original fare and receive an additional $150. We received links for $100 only and they expired before we could activate them.

Horrible experience. First and last time using this airline. Made an announcement that boarding will start in 15 minutes, canceled the flight 5 minutes later due to no airline staff. Had to book another flight on Delta since Spirit had no other flights arriving to my original destination the same day. I wouldn't recommend anyone to fly with Spirit. No wonder why it consistently ranks high among worst airlines.

spirit delayed my first flight 9 hours and then cancelled my flight back home. Very disappointed with their service.

Flight was delayed from 10:09pm back to 12:41am and actually took off closer to 1am as they were waiting for an additional flight attendant. Plane was new and crew was fine once we got moving but the delay was rough. Also Spirit (have flown this twice) lands at the satellite gates at BNA and there is a ground shuttle to get you back to the main terminal that adds outdoor elements, extra walking and about 20 min total to the arrival timing. BNA may eventually connect this concourse in a better way as they grow but it’s notable.

They canceled the flight at the last minute! No customer service. Unable to get another flight for 3 days!! Spirit was NO help at all!!

Boarding process was slightly delayed but took an extra long time which caused a 30 minutes delay.

They cancelled our flight (and others across the country) because crews called out sick. It was a miserable experience.

Sprit being a value airlines providing flights for less prices, does its basic job. Flight was on time and ride was comfortable. Its did take off and landed on time. Luggage took sometime to arrive at carousal but that could be Newark airport issue.

Worst every experience travelling with Family. So much delayed while going and returning both. All airlines were time except this. not sure Spirit operational issues. No recommend Spirit. It may spoil your entire trip. Rather spent extra $ and book better airlines.

The counter people was very disrespectful screaming and not helpful to find another flight soon. Having to cancel the flight

Canceled flight without any explanation at last moment. No replacement options. Not a weather related event. Completely messed up our holiday plans.

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