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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.R 485 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 485, select.
Tampa.R 770 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 770, select.
Tampa.R 870 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 870, select.
Tampa.R 1,138 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,138, select.
Tampa.R 1,142 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,142, select.
Tampa.R 1,159 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,159, select.
Tampa.R 1,321 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,321, select.
Tampa.R 1,848 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,848, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from R 1,321
Jan
from R 770
Feb
from R 485
Mar
from R 870
Apr
from R 1,138
May
from R 1,159
Jun
from R 1,142
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Aug
from R 1,848
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Direct flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa

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New Orleans to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 485
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa is R 1,572. 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.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
As of December 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa is usually January.
If you're flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 R 1,572.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Tampa on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 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 December, the average temperature is usually around 17°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, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa.

  • The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of New Orleans, where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). Take your pick of 11 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MSY to TPA is the 05:40 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:00 with Southwest Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your MSY to Tampa flight.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Direct Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa tickets are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll be touching down.

  • There's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa, including:

  • MSY is around 19 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MSY:

  • 81.19% of flights leaving Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from MSY.

  • MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.

How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Tampa

  • R 485 is currently the best price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 1,572. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MSY to Tampa.

  • May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MSY to Tampa is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPA:

  • Pick up a Tampa International Airport rental car and explore Tampa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MSY to Tampa.

  • TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. After your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near PIE. Settle in and get cosy after your MSY to Tampa flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Budget, Alamo and Avis make collecting a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from PIE ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Tampa

  • Plan your trip to Tampa during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Lock in a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSY to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about Tampa

  • Start your Tampa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Tampa, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • Tampa Riverwalk and Ybor City Tattoo Company are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Tampa travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Florida Aquarium.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Tampa, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

Plan the rest of your trip from New Orleans to Tampa

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