Cheap Flights from Tampa to New York — $72

The route Tampa — New York is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including United Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Mexicana de Aviación. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $72) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city’s primary international gateway and full-service hub, serving a mix of legacy carriers and several low-cost airlines that typically offer competitive fares. Located about 10 miles west of downtown Tampa, travel to the city center can take roughly 15–25 minutes by taxi or rideshare, around 20–30 minutes by bus/light rail connections, and roughly the same by car depending on traffic; expect fares to range from moderate taxi flat rates to lower-cost public transit options. The airport is often praised for its compact layout and efficient transfer times, though peak-season crowds can make security lines longer. For budget-oriented travelers, Tampa also has several nearby smaller airports and secondary carriers that can be cheaper but may require longer transfers.

John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s primary international gateway and a major hub for long-haul carriers and full-service airlines; it typically handles a wide mix of legacy and premium carriers alongside some international low-cost operators. Located about 16 miles (25 km) southeast of Midtown Manhattan, transfer times to the city can range from 35–75 minutes by car depending on traffic; the AirTrain plus subway usually takes about 60–75 minutes and can cost in the low-to-mid single digits for the subway portion, while taxis and ride-shares often carry metered fares plus tolls. Pros: extensive long-haul connectivity and many ground-transport options; cons: can be busy, spread out, and subject to NYC traffic delays. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) primarily serves domestic and short-haul U.S. flights and is commonly used by business travelers and low-cost carriers, with some legacy airlines operating frequent shuttle services. Positioned in Queens roughly 8 miles (13 km) from Midtown Manhattan, typical travel times by car are about 20–40 minutes depending on congestion; buses and a combination of public transit can take 40–60+ minutes, generally costing a few dollars. Pros: closer to Manhattan and convenient for short trips; cons: fewer international connections and, until recently, more limited terminal amenities, though redevelopment has improved facilities. Newark Liberty International (EWR) functions as a major international and transcontinental hub for several full-service carriers and can be perceived as competitively priced for both domestic and international routes. Located in New Jersey about 16 miles (25 km) southwest of Midtown Manhattan, the Airport Express or NJ Transit trains plus a short AirTrain typically take 30–45 minutes into Penn Station; car trips and ride-shares commonly range from 35–65 minutes depending on traffic, with fares varying by service. Pros: strong long-haul and transatlantic connectivity and efficient rail links; cons: farther from some Manhattan locations and may involve bridge/tunnel tolls and variable road congestion.