Cheap flights from Chicago to Tampa

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Flight information for Chicago to Tampa to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$88
Frontier Nonstop 3 hr Aug 22 — Aug 26
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Tampa is currently $88
Cheapest one-way flight
$24
Frontier Nonstop 3 hr Aug 21
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Tampa is currently $24
Fastest flight
2 hr 25 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Tampa takes 2 hr 25 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tampa is typically October. The most expensive one is typically July.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $55–115
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $150–205

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago 22 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis 2 hr 56 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Tampa

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA)
    Tampa 11 min 4 mi
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO)
    Orlando 1 hr 23 min 77 mi
  • St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
    Tampa 20 min 14 mi
  • Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
    Fort Myers 2 hr 2 min 106 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Tampa

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Tampa?
2 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Tampa.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Tampa?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in October. Typical prices range from $55 to $115.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tampa?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Chicago to Tampa was with Frontier from $88. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $24.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Tampa available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Tampa on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Tampa?
Southwest, Frontier, American, United and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Tampa.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tampa?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Tampa starts at $88 from Thu, Aug 22 to Mon, Aug 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $24 and departs on Wed, Aug 21.
When should you visit Tampa?
Tampa has mild winters (Dec–Feb) and hot, rainy summers (Jun–Sep). Popular months for visitors are Mar, Jun–Jul and Dec. The city's signature event is the Gasparilla Pirate Festival (Jan/Feb), featuring an elaborate mock pirate invasion from the sea and a raucous parade downtown. In Feb, the Florida State Fair attracts families with carnival rides and attractions, livestock exhibitions and food stalls.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Tampa
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Tampa.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

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