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

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:18 am
• Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 1:13 am.

The flight takes about 2h 18m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Tampa to Columbus Airport takes 2h 18m, covering 830 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport range from $239 to $455, with an average of $345 over the past 12 months. Anything below $239 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $345 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $156 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $373 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Tampa to Columbus Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Tampa to Columbus Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Tampa to Columbus Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $83, which is 56% below the typical average for this route.

Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $34 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Thrifty

Flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Tampa to Columbus Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $278 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $580, a difference of $302.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Tampa and Columbus Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• Breeze Airways

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 5h 01m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 5h 03m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Tampa to Columbus Airport flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.