$57 Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Tampa to Los Angeles (TPA-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $57 for one-way flights and $131 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$131 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $131 found 4 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$135 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $135 found 5 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$136 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $136 found 4 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$139 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $139 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$140 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $140 found 5 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$141 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $141 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 30
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$171 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $171 found 5 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 13
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $179 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 7
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$273 Roundtrip, just found
$273
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $273 just found
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
TPA
Tampa
LAX
Los Angeles
$289 Roundtrip, just found
$289
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Tampa to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $289 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $128 - $211 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Tampa Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
2153 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 16 mins

Tampa to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tampa to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Tampa to Los Angeles are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Tampa to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Tampa to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tampa to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Tampa to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Tampa to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $57 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Tampa to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Tampa to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting at $253 from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving TPA on July 21 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 13 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from TPA to LAX?
The cheapest flights from TPA to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Board a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and head straight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from TPA to LAX?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from TPA to LAX is United. You can take off on this route from $180. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from TPA on July 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 13 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When departing from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), you can pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
More passengers fly between TPA and LAX at 7 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from TPA to LAX?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)'s first flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) leaves at approximately 7:05AM UTC-5. With a total travel time of 5h 40m, you'll arrive at around 9:45AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The average flight time from TPA to LAX is 5 hours and 39 minutes, covering a distance of 2,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from TPA to LAX?
With 86% of flights usually arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To avoid potential delays on the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
If you're on a direct flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles, Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from TPA to LAX often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a TPA to LAX flight and hotel package?
Booking a TPA to LAX flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your TPA to LAX flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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