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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kansas City International to Tampa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.RM498 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 26 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM498, select.
Tampa.RM519 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM519, select.
Tampa.RM540 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Jul, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM540, select.
Tampa.RM541 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM541, select.
Tampa.RM541 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Jul, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM541, select.
Tampa.RM550 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct, returning Sun, 26 Oct.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM550, select.
Tampa.RM584 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Kansas City International on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from St. Pete–Clearwater International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM584, select.
Tampa.RM653 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Kansas City International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Kansas City International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM653, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City International to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kansas City International to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from RM653
Jun
from RM499
Jul
from RM541
Aug
from RM584
Sep
from RM842
Oct
from RM550
Nov
from RM1,356
Dec
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Jan
from RM978
Feb
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Mar
from RM1,403
Apr
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Direct flights from Kansas City International to Tampa

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Kansas City to Tampa: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM498
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Kansas City International to Tampa: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kansas City International to Tampa is RM498. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Kansas City International to Tampa.
Southwest Airlines and Allegiant Air fly direct from Kansas City International to Tampa.
As of May 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Kansas City International to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Kansas City International to Tampa is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Kansas City International Airport, the cheapest airport near Tampa is St. Pete–Clearwater International – which is 22.4 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from RM498.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa on Thursday, 19 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tampa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa is 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Kansas City International Airport is located in Kansas City. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is one hour ahead of Kansas City.

  • The busiest route is from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). Choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Southwest Airlines offers a 05:15 departure between MCI and TPA.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your MCI to Tampa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Kansas City International Airport to Tampa tickets are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll complete your journey.

  • Look out for offers from Southwest Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa.

  • The journey from central Kansas City to MCI takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near MCI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Kansas City International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.34% of flights that depart MCI land on time.

  • You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Tampa

  • RM228 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Tampa flight. A return flight ticket right now is RM498. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book four months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MCI to Tampa.

  • August is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Kansas City International Airport to Tampa tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from MCI to Tampa.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and see more of Tampa and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MCI to Tampa.

  • The street address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • After your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

  • You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your MCI to Tampa flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near PIE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Generally, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from PIE the moment you know your dates.

  • You'll find St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Tampa

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Tampa in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your Kansas City International Airport to Tampa flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MCI to Tampa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Tampa

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tampa right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Tampa:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Tampa Riverwalk, Ybor City Tattoo Company and The Florida Aquarium are must-do's during your Tampa adventure.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Tampa, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its top attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Miami is another standout destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without seeing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

Plan the rest of your trip from Kansas City to Tampa

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