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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to Tampa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.RM470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM470, select.
Tampa.RM470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Fri, 8 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM470, select.
Tampa.RM489 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM489, select.
Tampa.RM512 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM512, select.
Tampa.RM515 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM515, select.
Tampa.RM517 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM517, select.
Tampa.RM541 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Tampa International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM541, select.
Tampa.RM569 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM569, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from RM517
Jun
from RM470
Jul
from RM569
Aug
from RM470
Sep
from RM512
Oct
from RM747
Nov
from RM744
Dec
from RM1,472
Jan
from RM1,501
Feb
from RM2,061
Mar
from RM1,498
Apr
from RM1,508

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Philadelphia to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM470
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week109

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Tampa is RM470. 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 46 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Tampa.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to Tampa.
As of May 2025, there are 109 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Tampa is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Philadelphia, the cheapest airport near Tampa is Tampa International – which is 8.0 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from RM470.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Tampa on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 46 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tampa is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Philadelphia to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Kick off your journey at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Tampa jetting off from either of these.

  • The major gateways to Tampa are Tampa International Airport (TPA) and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

  • Take a direct Philadelphia to Tampa flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Philadelphia and Tampa are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to {"defaultCase":"Tampa International Airport","accusativeCase":"Tampa International Airport","nominativeCase":"Tampa International Airport","dativeCase":"Tampa International Airport"} (TPA) is the most traveled route. When searching for your flight from Philadelphia to Tampa, you can choose from 39 services each week between PHL and TPA.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Philadelphia to Tampa flight.

  • If you're heading away during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Tampa

  • RM253 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Tampa. A return flight starts from RM470. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Philadelphia to Tampa flights.

  • The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Tampa is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Tampa by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Philadelphia to Tampa flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • You can book a direct flight from Philadelphia to Tampa departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Start your journey at PHL and come in for landing at Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Philadelphia to Tampa plane tickets out of PHL. Get on board with any of these:

  • PHL is around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Tampa? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:

  • 78.93% of flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

Arriving in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near TPA if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Tampa. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

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

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • The centre of Tampa is approximately 24 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Tampa has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.

  • Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Alamo and Avis.

  • In general, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from PIE as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport can be found at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Tampa

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Tampa. July is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • When booking your Philadelphia to Tampa tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about Tampa

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tampa right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Philadelphia to Tampa:

  • Ybor City Tattoo Company and Tampa Riverwalk are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Tampa travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Florida Aquarium.

Explore more of United States

  • Tampa has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north of Tampa, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

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

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