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Find low faresSouthwest® flights from Columbus to Tampa from $128
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Low fares from Columbus to Tampa
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Columbus (CMH)to
Tampa (TPA)
Depart: 04/04/2026
One-way
Basic
From
$128
Seen: 2 hrs ago
Columbus (CMH)to
Tampa (TPA)
Depart: 03/14/2026
One-way
Basic
From
$128
Seen: 3 hrs ago
Columbus (CMH)to
Tampa (TPA)
Depart: 04/18/2026
One-way
Basic
From
$128
Seen: 11 minutes ago
Columbus (CMH)to
Tampa (TPA)
Depart: 03/07/2026
One-way
Basic
From
$128
Seen: 2 hrs ago
Columbus (CMH)to
Tampa (TPA)
Depart: 02/28/2026
One-way
Basic
From
$143
Seen: 3 hrs ago
Columbus (CMH)to
Tampa (TPA)
Depart: 02/21/2026
One-way
Basic
From
$143
Seen: 2 hrs ago
Explore flights from Columbus to Tampa
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Flight Details
Departing from:
Port Columbus International Airport
Arriving at:
Tampa International Airport
Average flight time:
2 hours 15 minutes
Distance:
829 miles
Route Information
148† Weekly flights
- 2‡ Nonstop flights per day Monday through Friday
- 2‡ Nonstop flights on Saturday
- 3‡ Nonstop flights on Sunday
† Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 9/1/2025 and 9/30/2025. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡ Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 9/1/2025 and 9/30/2025.
Explore Tampa
Take a break from the Midwest and head down to Tampa for an unforgettable adventure in one of Florida's most tourist-friendly cities. If you're looking for a balance between amusement and rest and relaxation, this is the destination for you. Your flight from Columbus to Tampa can take you to Busch Gardens—one of the largest rollercoaster theme parks in the United States. Or take a trip to visit some of Florida's wildlife: You can visit Tampa Zoo at Lowry Park or even Tampa's Florida Aquarium, home to thousands of sea creatures you won't want to miss. At the aquarium, you can even swim with the sea turtles or meet African penguins, an experience unlike any other.
If you love exploring new and exciting cuisines, you'll love visiting Tampa for its great eats. Visit popular Spanish restaurants and enjoy historic Spanish cuisine during your stay. Fresh seafood and other cultural cuisines are at your fingertips when you travel to Tampa. While you're out trying delicious food, you can also take advantage of visiting historical sites such as the Historic Ybor City District, a U.S. National Historic Landmark and popular place for sightseeing beautiful architecture and tours. Take a stroll and enjoy the rich history this once colonial town has to offer.
Questions we hear the most
The average flight time from Columbus to Tampa is 2 hours 15 minutes.
There are 148 weekly flights from Columbus to Tampa on Southwest Airlines.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from Columbus to Tampa 2 times per day from Monday through Friday.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from Columbus to Tampa 2 times per day on Saturdays and 3 times per day on Sundays.
To find the lowest fares by day and time to fly Columbus to Tampa with Southwest, check out our Low Fare Calendar.
You can rent a car at Tampa International Airport book yours with your flight.
Yes! Flights from Columbus to Tampa—or from here or there to anywhere—can be changed with no change fees. Fare difference may apply.
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