Direct Flights from PHX to TPA: Discover the Best Rates to Tampa
Cheapest flight found
$150
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: PHX → TPA
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$150
Highest Fare
$287
Median Fare
$234
Price Spread
$137
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $150)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $287)
Biggest price drop caught: $69 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Phoenix to Tampa range from $150 to $287, a $137 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $69 between hourly checks on this route.
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Phoenix (PHX)
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Tampa (TPA)
Airport Information
Phoenix (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), often referred to as 'America's Friendliest Airport,' serves as a primary hub for American Airlines and a major base for Southwest. Located just three miles southeast of downtown Phoenix, it offers exceptional accessibility via the PHX Sky Train, which connects to the Valley Metro Rail. Travelers can enjoy local Arizona cuisine and various art installations throughout the terminals while waiting for their departure.
Tampa (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is consistently ranked as one of the best airports in the country due to its intuitive hub-and-spoke design and short walking distances. Located approximately six miles west of downtown Tampa, it provides easy access to the pristine beaches of Clearwater and St. Petersburg. The airport features a modern rental car center connected by the SkyConnect train and is home to a massive 21-foot flamingo sculpture named 'Phoebe' in the main terminal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from PHX to TPA?
A non-stop flight usually takes about 4 hours and 15 minutes, covering a flight distance of approximately 1,788 miles across the southern United States.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Phoenix to Tampa?
Currently, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines are the primary carriers offering direct, non-stop service between these two cities, though schedules can vary seasonally.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Tampa?
Yes, Tampa is in the Eastern Time Zone, which is typically 2 or 3 hours ahead of Phoenix, depending on whether Daylight Saving Time is active, as Arizona does not observe DST.
What is the best day of the week to fly to Tampa?
Mid-week flights, particularly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, generally offer lower fares than weekend departures which cater to vacationers and short-stay business travelers.
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