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Cheap Flights from London Heathrow to Tampa

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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Tampa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Tampa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.R 6,313 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,313, select.
Tampa.R 6,522 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,522, select.
Tampa.R 7,188 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,188, select.
Tampa.R 7,598 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,598, select.
Tampa.R 7,623 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,623, select.
Tampa.R 8,182 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,182, select.
Tampa.R 8,554 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,554, select.
Tampa.R 8,676 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,676, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from R 7,188
May
from R 6,522
Jun
from R 6,313
Jul
from R 8,676
Aug
from R 8,182
Sep
from R 8,554
Oct
from R 7,598
Nov
from R 7,623
Dec
from R 9,214
Jan
from R 10,225
Feb
from R 12,161
Mar
from R 10,269

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Tampa

Alternative London Heathrow to Tampa routes

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

London to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,313
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week30

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow to Tampa is R 10,025. 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.
10 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Tampa.
KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Air France fly direct from London Heathrow to Tampa.
As of April 2025, there are 30 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Tampa is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from London Heathrow 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 10,025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa on Friday, 6 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 5 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 22°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, Lufthansa and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 53 minutes.

  • London Heathrow Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is 4 hours behind London.

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route, with 10 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from LHR to TPA is with Virgin Atlantic at 14:40. Go for the first departure with Virgin Atlantic at 13:55 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from LHR to Tampa. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa that arrives at Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • Take to the skies with Virgin Atlantic. This leading carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from LHR to Tampa, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Nashville International Airport (BNA)

    • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.

  • Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tampa

  • R 6,313 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,025. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from LHR to Tampa, reserve your journey 10 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from LHR to Tampa every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

  • You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 11 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from LHR to Tampa:

Best time to go to Tampa

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa. July is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tampa for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LHR to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.

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