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Flight deals from St Louis to Tampa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St Louis Airport to Tampa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$182. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.C$79 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 3.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed., Jun. 3, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$79, select.
Tampa.C$79 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 27.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed., May 27, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$79, select.
Tampa.C$117 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 1.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from St Louis on Wed., Jul. 1, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$117, select.
Tampa.C$202 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 16.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Tue., Jun. 16, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$202, select.
Tampa.C$203 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 15.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from St Louis on Tue., Sep. 15, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$203, select.
Tampa.C$203 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 15.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Tue., Sep. 15, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$203, select.
Tampa.C$221 per passenger.Departing Sat., May 23.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Sat., May 23, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$221, select.
Tampa.C$311 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 8.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from St Louis on Wed., Jul. 8, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$311, select.
Tampa.C$311 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 10.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from St Louis on Wed., Mar. 10, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$311, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St Louis to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Which airlines fly from St Louis to Tampa?

Alternative St Louis to Tampa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from St Louis to Tampa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tampa Peter O'Knight

4km from central Tampa
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Tampa International

8km from central Tampa
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St. Pete–Clearwater International

22km from central Tampa
from C$181
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Lakeland

44km from central Tampa
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Sarasota

62km from central Tampa
from C$181
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St Louis to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$79
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from St Louis 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 St Louis to Tampa is C$157. 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 18 minutes is the average flight time from St Louis to Tampa.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from St Louis to Tampa.
As of May 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from St Louis to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from St Louis to Tampa is usually May.
If you're flying from St Louis Airport, 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 C$157.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St Louis Airport to Tampa on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 27 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa.

  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is 1 hour ahead of St Louis.

  • With 16 flights a week between the two airports, Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from STL to TPA is with Southwest Airlines at 21:05.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from STL to Tampa. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Getting away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa. Start your journey at STL and end it at Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • Southwest Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa.

  • You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, like an ID card or driver's licence. Make sure they're on your packing checklist after booking your flight tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa.

  • Located around 26 kilometres from central St Louis, STL can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 36 minutes.

  • After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near STL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Tampa

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa is C$79. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$157. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from STL to Tampa by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from STL to Tampa. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 57 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • After your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours and 11 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from STL to Tampa:

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tampa, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • The warmest month in Tampa is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from STL to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.

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  • Select one of our car rentals in Tampa and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Tampa.

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