Air Filter Replacement in the area around Channelside, Tampa, FL averages $36.00, with prices ranging from $19.99 to $79.95 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Channelside · May 2026
Air Filter Replacement prices in Channelside, Tampa, FL range from $19.99 to $79.95 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 shops across the area. The engine air filter sits in a housing connected to the intake manifold and filters incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber. Prices for this service in Channelside vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Channelside typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
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| Bay Brothers Automotive3712 North Nebraska Avenue | Independent | $39.99 | Verified 4 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Ferman Chevrolet Tampa11001 N Florida Ave | Dealership | $79.95CouponAbove avg | Most ACDelco Gold Engine Air Filters Installed* | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.8 mi | View Shop |
| First choice oil & lube5202 East Fowler Avenue | Independent | $29.99Below avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Hancock Tire & Auto10922 Bloomingdale Avenue | Independent | $50.00Above avg | Verified 4 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes1130 East Fletcher Avenue | Franchise | $39.99 | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Riverview Tire & Auto Service7839 U.S. 301 | Independent | $29.99Below avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Congers Automotive Repair1014 West Brandon Boulevard | Independent | $39.99 | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes - Brandon2134 W Brandon Blvd | Franchise | $39.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Miller Bros Giant Tire Service14811 North 12th Street | Independent | $29.99Below avg | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.8 mi | View Shop | |
| European Autohaus1105 East Bearss Avenue | Independent | $49.95Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom15113 North Nebraska Avenue | Independent | $39.99 | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Evo Motors11809 U.S. 92 | Dealership | $24.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 6 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Valantino Motors1402 Lenna Avenue | Dealership | $29.99Below avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Ace Total Car Care - Valrico1611 Florida 60 | Independent | $29.99Below avg | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Love's Tire & Service Center - Goodyear1701 Florida 60 | Franchise | $29.99Below avg | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.7 mi | View Shop | |
| GRACELAND AUTO LLC10426 Main Street | Dealership | $30.00Below avg | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 12.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes13110 U.S. 301 | Franchise | $39.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 12.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Lutz Auto Sales17604 U.S. 41 | Dealership | $35.00 | Last verified 33 days agoby PriceMyFix | 12.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Costa Oil - 10 Minute Oil Change - Lutz17804 North Dale Mabry Highway | Independent | $29.99Below avg | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 13.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes650 Douglas Road East | Franchise | $39.99 | Last verified 36 days agoby PriceMyFix | 13.9 mi | View Shop | |
| East Lake Auto & RV Sales Inc.14307 East Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard | Dealership | $29.99Below avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 14.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes4001 4th Street North | Franchise | $39.99 | Last verified 36 days agoby PriceMyFix | 14.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Duncan Automotive Center Inc301 Marlborough Street | Independent | $35.00 | Last verified 36 days agoby PriceMyFix | 14.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Personal Auto Repair885 2nd Street North | Independent | $29.99Below avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 15.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Dimmitt Cadillac of St. Petersburg3333 Gandy Boulevard | Dealership | $59.95Above avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 15.5 mi | View Shop |
The average air filter replacement in Channelside, Tampa, FL costs $38.19 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $24.95 at Evo Motors. Dealerships average $41.40 — 12% more than independents and chains in this area.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
The engine air filter sits in a housing connected to the intake manifold and filters incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber. Dust, pollen, road grit, and debris in the intake air would cause rapid abrasive wear on cylinder walls, rings, and valves. A clogged filter restricts airflow, which the engine control unit compensates for by enriching the fuel mixture — resulting in lower MPG and reduced power. Paper element filters are the standard; washable oiled gauze filters (K&N and equivalents) are an aftermarket option that can be cleaned and reused.
Every 15,000–30,000 miles under normal conditions, but inspect visually at every oil change — a quick visual takes 30 seconds and an air filter is usually accessible without tools. In heavy dust, high-pollen areas, or after driving on unpaved roads, replace more frequently. If you hold the filter up to light and can't see light through it easily, replace it. In the South, high-pollen seasons (February through May across the Sun Belt) can clog a filter in 8,000–10,000 miles.
A clogged air filter won't leave you stranded, but it does measurable damage to your fuel economy: AAA testing shows a badly clogged filter reduces MPG 3–5% and in extreme cases causes hesitation under acceleration. On carbureted engines (pre-1990), a clogged filter could flood the engine with an overly rich mixture. On modern EFI engines, the ECU compensates, so fuel economy loss is the main penalty. With a $15–$30 filter and 5-minute DIY replacement time, there's little reason to delay — it's the easiest maintenance item on most vehicles.
Air filters are frequently used as an upsell platform: (1) quick-lube shops often show you a dirty-looking filter under bright light — compare it to a new one before agreeing to replacement if you're not due, (2) 'performance' air filters marketed as giving more power — modern EFI systems are calibrated for the stock filter; an aftermarket filter changes the intake sound but rarely provides measurable power gains on a stock engine, (3) shops that insist on a specific 'OEM brand' filter at $40–$60 — any quality filter meeting your vehicle's spec is acceptable for a non-warranty vehicle; name brands like WIX, NAPA Gold, or Mann work as well as OEM for most engines.
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