Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Tampa (TPA)

Visitors will have more than just warm weather to look forward to when they arrive in Tampa from Columbus. Situated on the Gulf of Mexico, tourists have access to beaches like Picnic Island Park of south Tampa, while those on business can take advantage of all the amenities of a mid-sized city.

You might enjoy touring the Florida Aquarium or Tampa Museum of Art. Many visitors also come to spend a day (or more) at Busch Gardens; a major amusement park and world-class zoo.

Key Facts

When you arrive at the Tampa International Airport (TPA), you will be only a 15-minute drive from downtown Tampa. You should have little difficulty collecting your baggage and exiting the airport quickly. Car rentals are the most convenient form of travel for Tampa’s visitors, and the airport offers both local and national companies to choose from.

Once you pick up your car, you might want to make a pit stop at some nearby sports attractions before heading into the city. Both the George M. Steinbrenner Field and the Raymond James Stadium are about six miles from the airport. Home of the Tampa Yankees baseball team and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFL team, respectively, these stadiums host games and events year-round.

Hints and Tips

Almost all flights between the Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Tampa will have a layover. Most itineraries will have you stop in Charlotte, Philadelphia or Atlanta, with total travel time lasting around four to five hours.