$91 Cheap Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Tampa (TPA)

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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Tampa (STL-TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $91 for one-way flights and $148 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$148 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $148 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Sat, May 24
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$153 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $153 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Thu, May 22
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$160 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $160 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Thu, May 29
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$181 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $181 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 9
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$188 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Fri, May 9, priced at $188 found 17 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 14
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$190 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Sat, Jun 14, priced at $190 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Thu, May 29
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$192 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $192 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Thu, Jun 5
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$193 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $193 found 20 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$193 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $193 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Sat, May 24
STL
St. Louis
TPA
Tampa
$197 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from St. Louis to Tampa, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $197 found 19 hours ago
Flights from St. Louis (STL) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$148
Distance
869 mi

St. Louis to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from St. Louis to Tampa

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 St. Louis to Tampa are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Tampa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Tampa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from St. Louis to Tampa: 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 St. Louis to Tampa

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 St. Louis to Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $91 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 St. Louis to Tampa 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 St. Louis to Tampa 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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) start at $287. 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving STL on May 24 2025 and touching down at TPA. The price was last updated on April 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from STL to TPA?
The cheapest flights from STL to TPA 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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
You can travel nonstop from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from STL to TPA?
Fly from STL to TPA with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $144. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from STL on July 16 2025. Prices were last updated on April 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
When jetting out of Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL), you can take your pick from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
More people fly between STL and TPA at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and you’re likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from STL to TPA?
If you fly on a Friday, you’ll get the largest range of choices for flights from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the earliest flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The earliest flight jetting off from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) is at around 7:15AM UTC-6. Board this plane and you’ll reach Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 10:35AM UTC-5. The total time in the air is 2h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
It usually takes 2 hours and 16 minutes to travel the 870 mi from STL to TPA.
What is the best time to fly from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Tampa from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
If you’re taking a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa, you can touch down at either Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) or Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book your flight from STL to TPA often results in higher prices. While you might find some last-minute discounts, they’re not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a STL to TPA flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by booking a STL to TPA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you’ve selected your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your STL to TPA flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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