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Cheapest round-trip
$168
Typical prices: $230-$449
Frontier
Tue 11/6Wed 11/14
TPA - DEN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$181
Typical prices: $234-$457
Frontier
Wed 11/14Sat 11/17
TPA - DEN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 4h 06m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $229 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Denver (TPA-DEN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tampa to Denver

Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
Frontier Logo
9:55 pm - 8:56 amTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
13h 01m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:34 am - 12:52 amDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
12h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$168Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:08 am - 8:22 amTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
27h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
11:46 am - 5:14 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
3h 28mnonstop
$168Frontier
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:11 pm - 8:20 amTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
35h 09m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Houston George Bush Intcntl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:59 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
23h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$183Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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11:39 pm - 8:22 amTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
34h 43m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:07 pm - 8:47 amDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
10h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$223Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:21 pmTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
10h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:41 am - 6:21 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
9h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$251American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:18 pmTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:07 am - 8:58 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
9h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$251American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
12:23 pm - 2:31 pmTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
4h 08mnonstop
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5:44 pm - 11:15 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
3h 31mnonstop
$273United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28
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4:07 pm - 6:22 pmTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
4h 15mnonstop
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12:55 am - 6:23 amDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
3h 28mnonstop
$273United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 7:05 amTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
4h 00mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 11:55 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
3h 15mnonstop
$273Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:55 am - 7:55 amTPA  Tampa-DEN Denver Intl
4h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 11:55 pmDEN  Denver Intl-TPA Tampa
3h 15mnonstop
$273Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Tampa to Denver flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Tampa to Denver typically range from $230 to $449. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $168, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tampa to Denver. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Denver at $236 round-trip.
•July ($445) and June ($440) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Tampa to Denver the cheapest?

Flights from Tampa to Denver are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Tampa to Denver

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, United Airlines and TPA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Tampa to Denver flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 4% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Tampa to Denver

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Tampa to Denver?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 9:11 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 2:36 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 06m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to Denver:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Tampa to Denver?

    A nonstop flight from Tampa to Denver takes 4h 06m, covering 1,504 miles.

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

    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 Denver flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tampa to Denver range from $230 to $449, with an average of $324 over the past 12 months. Anything below $230 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Tampa to Denver flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $324 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Tampa to Denver?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $229 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $328 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Tampa to Denver?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Tampa to Denver flights are:

    • United Airlines: 88% on time
    • Frontier: 87% on time
    • Southwest: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Tampa to Denver?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Tampa to Denver?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Tampa to Denver spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Tampa to Denver flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Tampa to Denver flights?

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

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

    One-way fares from Tampa to Denver are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $139, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Denver Intl Airport (DEN)?

    Denver Intl Airport (DEN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Ace
    • Europcar
    • NU Car
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Tampa to Denver usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Tampa to Denver?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Tampa to Denver?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Tampa to Denver route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 39m.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Tampa to Denver. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $292 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $409, a difference of $117.

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

  • What airlines fly from Tampa to Denver?

    3 airlines operate flights between Tampa and Denver. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 7h via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 24m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Tampa and Denver?

    Denver is 2 hours behind Tampa (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Denver?

    Some of the most popular sights in Denver are Colorado Convention Center, Coors Field and Ball Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Denver on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Tampa to Denver flights?

    Among airlines operating Tampa to Denver flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Tampa to Denver flights?

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Which means of transportation can I find at Denver International Airport?

    Travelers at Denver International Airport (DEN) can take a shuttle to the city center, rent a car, use rideshare services like Uber or take the Airport Rail. The A Line rail connects the airport to Denver city center in about 37 minutes.

  • Can I rent a car at DEN?

    Yes, Denver International Airport (DEN) has on-site locations for multiple car rental agencies. Each agency uses a courtesy shuttle to and from Jeppesen Terminal. Pickups and drop-offs are on Level 5, Island 4, outside doors 505-513 on the east side and 504-512 on the west side.

  • What are some of the special attractions at DEN?

    One special attraction at DEN is Colorado Oasis Spa, located at the Center Core of C Gates.

  • What public transport option is available for TPA?

    A taxi is one option for getting to Tampa International Airport (TPA). It can be a practical choice for travelers with a lot of luggage or those looking to reach the airport quickly.

  • Does Denver Airport offer services for disabled travelers?

    Yes, Denver International Airport (DEN) offers services for disabled travelers. The airport provides wheelchair assistance services. DEN Ambassadors and customer service agents are stationed at information booths. Wheelchair service should be arranged through the traveler's airline at least 48 hours before scheduled departure.

  • Are there facilities for traveling families at Denver International Airport?

    Yes, Denver International Airport (DEN) has private nursing rooms for mothers. There are four in Concourse A, three each in Concourses B and C and two in Jeppesen Terminal. The rooms include comfortable seating, power outlets, changing tables and sinks and they are wheelchair accessible. DEN also has a pet relief room on each concourse.

  • Does TPA have lounges?

    Yes, TPA has two public lounges: Delta Sky Club on Airside E and American Airlines Admirals Club on Airside F. For travelers flying to DEN, access depends on each lounge's requirements. Delta Sky Club Lifetime Members may enter with same-day ticketed travel on any airline. Admirals Club access requires a qualifying credential and travel marketed or operated by American or specified partner airlines.

  • Does TPA offer travelers long-term parking facilities?

    Yes. TPA has four parking options: Long Term Garage, Economy Parking, Short Term Garage and Cell Phone Waiting Lot. Rates vary by lot.

Your guide to booking Tampa to Denver 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $292, about $117 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tampa to Denver trip for January. Fares historically average $236 round-trip in that month - typically $209 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 88% of United Airlines flights from Tampa to Denver arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 39m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $229 round-trip on this route - about $99 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Denver Intl Airport.

    • The Westin Denver International Airport
  • If you're flying from Tampa to major cities in the United States, use Tampa International Airport (TPA), which is about 6 miles away from downtown Tampa.
  • For this route, you'll fly out of Tampa International Airport (TPA) and land at Denver International Airport (DEN). TPA is five miles west of downtown Tampa and is served by Frontier and Breeze Airways, while DEN is a hub for Frontier and United.
  • Choose Denver International Airport (DEN) if you're heading to metropolitan Denver or the Front Range Urban Corridor.
  • When you're leaving Denver International Airport, choose between the airport rail, a taxi or a rental car. Ride-share and other ground transportation services pick up on Level 5 on either the East or West side of the terminal, while the Transit Center is on Level 1. If you're heading into the city by taxi, the ride takes about 25 minutes.
  • If you want to move quickly at the Tampa International Airport, consider signing up for the TSA Precheck, which gives you a Known Traveler Number that allows you access to a screening lane where you don’t have to remove belts, shoes, laptops, or light jackets.
  • If you need special assistance at Tampa International Airport, contact your airline in advance to make arrangements. You can also call TSA Cares at 1-855-787-2227 at least 72 hours ahead for assistance.
  • Traveling with a pet? At TPA, use the post-security service animal relief areas at each airside building. For pre-security access, head to the Main Terminal pet relief areas just outside the building on the Baggage Claim Level or at Blue Express Arrivals. At DEN, indoor pet relief rooms are airside in the center cores of Gates A, B and C. There is also a fenced-in outdoor pet relief area outside Door 200 on the west side of the Jeppesen Terminal.

Prefer to fly direct from Tampa to Denver?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Tampa Airport to Denver Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tampa to Denver Intl

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Denver Intl to Tampa

Monday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest,United Airlines

Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

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