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$71+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco Bay Area

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SFO
nov. 18 — nov. 251
lun. 11/18
lun. 11/25
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2024.

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/712:58 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop26h 10mFrontier
vie. 12/132:28 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop18h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$172
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/38:42 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/52:28 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop18h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$202
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/101:08 pmTPA - OAK
2 stops30h 00mSpirit Airlines
lun. 12/163:33 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/13$233
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/37:00 amTPA - SJC
1 stop27h 46mSpirit Airlines
jue. 12/53:56 pmSJC - TPA
2 stops21h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/106:15 amTPA - OAK
2 stops12h 53mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/1611:24 amOAK - TPA
3 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/2112:37 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 57mFrontier
lun. 11/256:00 amSFO - TPA
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/53:42 pmTPA - SJC
2 stops10h 06mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/96:00 amSJC - TPA
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/512:21 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop11h 28mDelta
lun. 12/910:10 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/12$276
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1111:06 amTPA - SFO
1 stop12h 44mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/210:40 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$283
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/106:10 amTPA - SFO
1 stop13h 55mJetBlue
vie. 12/138:35 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop10h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 11/11$287
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/245:43 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop7h 51mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 12/2810:52 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/11$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/66:30 pmTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 53mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/106:45 amSFO - TPA
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$387

Find flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2024.

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TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

sáb. 12/7

12:58 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop26h 10m

San Jose

vie. 12/13

2:28 pm-11:42 am

1 stop18h 14m

$172

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mar. 12/3

8:42 pm-7:46 am

1 stop14h 04m

San Jose

jue. 12/5

2:28 pm-11:42 am

1 stop18h 14m

$202

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

mar. 12/10

1:08 pm-4:08 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Oakland

lun. 12/16

3:33 pm-4:26 am

1 stop9h 53m

$233

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mar. 12/3

7:00 am-7:46 am

1 stop27h 46m

San Jose

jue. 12/5

3:56 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$237

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

dom. 2/23

2:03 pm-8:13 am

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

mar. 3/4

12:22 am-2:43 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$250

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

mar. 12/10

6:15 am-4:08 pm

2 stops12h 53m

Oakland

lun. 12/16

11:24 am-1:51 pm

3 stops23h 27m

$252

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

mié. 2/5

11:25 am-8:14 pm

1 stop11h 49m

San Francisco

mié. 2/26

8:30 am-12:22 am

1 stop12h 52m

$254

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

vie. 1/10

7:00 am-4:31 pm

2 stops12h 31m

San Francisco

lun. 1/13

9:23 am-1:56 am

1 stop13h 33m

$256

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 3/5

6:29 pm-9:11 am

1 stop17h 42m

San Jose

sáb. 3/8

5:46 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$266

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

jue. 12/5

3:42 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops10h 06m

San Jose

lun. 12/9

6:00 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$271

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Travel insights for flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TPA to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2024.

When flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2024.

The most flights from TPA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated noviembre 13, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Frontier and United Airlines from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,434 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Porter Airlines
7.7
Good
288 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,448 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area from Tampa, you will be flying from Tampa, which is the city’s only airport. Tampa (TPA) is located 4.9 mi from the center of Tampa.

  • How popular is this Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    The Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area flight path was viewed by 30 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area are Frontier ($71), Spirit Airlines ($85), and United Airlines ($128).

  • What are the most popular routes from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular route from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is Tampa - San Francisco. You may also consider Tampa - Oakland or Tampa - San Jose.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area are United Airlines (85%), Virgin Australia (84%) and Air New Zealand (72%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is $183. On average you can expect to pay $1,357. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $175.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$160Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$235Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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