DFW to TPA: Discover Affordable Nonstop Flights to Sunny Tampa Bay
Cheapest flight found
$129
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: DFW → TPA
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$129
Highest Fare
$185
Median Fare
$182
Price Spread
$56
Prices fluctuate moderately — tracking can help you catch dips.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $129)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $185)
Biggest price drop caught: $40 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Dallas to Tampa range from $129 to $185, a $56 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Prices move enough that tracking can save you money — drops often last only a few hours before the algorithm adjusts back up. We have caught drops as large as $40 between hourly checks on this route.
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Dallas (DFW)
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Tampa (TPA)
Airport Information
Dallas (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, serving as the primary global gateway for the North Texas region and the largest hub for American Airlines. Spanning more than 26 square miles, it functions like a small city with its own zip code, offering passengers a vast array of high-end dining, luxury shopping, and several international lounges across five expansive terminals. Travelers can easily navigate between gates using the Skylink high-speed train, which ensures a seamless connection experience even during tight layovers.
Tampa (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is consistently ranked among the top-rated airports in the United States for its user-friendly design and efficient landside-airside layout that minimizes walking distances for passengers. Located just six miles west of downtown Tampa, the airport provides a modern welcome to the Sunshine State with its automated people movers, diverse culinary options featuring local Florida flavors, and a massive outdoor terrace. Its proximity to major highways makes it an ideal landing spot for those heading to the nearby coastal cities of St. Petersburg and Clearwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from DFW to TPA?
The average flight time for a direct journey from Dallas/Fort Worth to Tampa is approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, covering a flight distance of about 930 miles.
Which airlines offer nonstop service on this route?
American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the primary carriers offering frequent daily nonstop service from DFW, providing both full-service and budget-friendly options.
Is there a time difference between Dallas and Tampa?
Yes, Tampa is in the Eastern Time Zone, which is one hour ahead of Dallas, which operates in the Central Time Zone.
What is the best way to get from TPA to downtown Tampa?
The most efficient options include ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, which take about 15 minutes, or the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) bus system for a more budget-friendly alternative.
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