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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa from C$ 78

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — TPA
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Tampa are usually found in October or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 January 2026.

Thu 19/28:46 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/29:55 p.m.
TPA
-
DTW
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 130
Sat 21/28:45 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
1 stop10h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 28/27:00 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 131
Sun 8/29:10 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 10/27:00 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 137
Wed 18/28:45 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
1 stop10h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 25/29:55 p.m.
TPA
-
DTW
1 stop11h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 138
Sun 1/212:17 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/27:00 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 141
Mon 23/22:11 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
1 stop5h 49m
Frontier
Thu 26/27:00 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 25/1C$ 142
Fri 20/28:52 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 24/29:55 p.m.
TPA
-
DTW
1 stop11h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 145
Tue 17/25:45 a.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 24/29:48 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 147
Sun 1/39:16 p.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 48m
Frontier
Thu 12/35:10 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 24/1C$ 148
Tue 17/28:49 a.m.
DTW
-
TPA
1 stop12h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 19/29:55 p.m.
TPA
-
DTW
1 stop11h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 149
Tue 3/26:35 a.m.
DTW
-
TPA
Nonstop2h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/27:00 a.m.
TPA
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 152

Find flight deals from Detroit to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Tampa (TPA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 130

One-way from

C$ 78

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 257

Good round-trip deal

C$ 187 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 55 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 19/2-24/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 06m total
  • Detroit to Tampa
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  • Spirit Airlines
  • 7/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 44m total
  • Detroit to Tampa
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Detroit

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Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

8:49 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop12h 11m

Tampa

Thu 26/2

9:55 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

1 stop11h 20m

C$ 131

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

5:10 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

2 stops7h 40m

Tampa

Tue 24/2

7:10 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

1 stop5h 35m

C$ 211

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 25/4

8:15 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Tue 28/4

7:30 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 245

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/3

8:55 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

Nonstop2h 43m

Tampa

Fri 13/3

7:15 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

C$ 248

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

9:28 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

Nonstop2h 31m

Tampa

Fri 20/3

7:11 p.m.-12:13 a.m.

1 stop5h 02m

C$ 255

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/2

8:45 p.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop10h 50m

Tampa

Tue 17/2

7:00 a.m.-9:46 a.m.

Nonstop2h 46m

C$ 256

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 22/2

6:59 p.m.-9:46 p.m.

Nonstop2h 47m

Tampa

Thu 26/2

7:44 p.m.-10:34 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

C$ 297

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/3

9:15 p.m.-11:53 p.m.

Nonstop2h 38m

Tampa

Sat 21/3

7:15 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

C$ 300

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/3

8:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Nonstop2h 45m

Tampa

Sat 21/3

7:15 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 50m

C$ 300

DetroitTampa

DTW - TPA

DTWTPA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

1:30 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops7h 40m

Tampa

Fri 27/2

6:35 p.m.-11:10 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

C$ 307

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Tampa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Tampa. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

Booking 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa (average of C$ 85). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 141). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 January 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Tampa. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tampa. Reviews last updated 26 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andSpirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,379 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Tampa?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Tampa if you want to fly from Detroit to Tampa. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Tampa (TPA) on a regular basis. There are 16 flights to Tampa from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to TPA to be around 2h 31m.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa in 2h 35m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Tampa are separated by a distance of 1585 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa round-trip from C$ 101. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from C$ 115, and Delta, from C$ 162. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa on time: Air France (81%), WestJet (78%), Spirit Airlines (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa is generally C$ 168, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 51. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Tampa), you can expect to pay C$ 78 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Tampa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Tampa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Tampa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Tampa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Tampa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Tampa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa (average of C$ 85). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tampa in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 141). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 101AverageC$ 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 115AverageC$ 211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 162AverageC$ 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 217AverageC$ 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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