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$90+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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TPA — SFO
Dec 1 — Dec 81
Sun 12/1
Sun 12/8
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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 November 26, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Sat 12/712:58 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop26h 10mFrontier
Sun 12/152:28 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop18h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/26$238
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Sat 12/75:45 amTPA - OAK
1 stop11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/123:33 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/25$241
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/205:31 amTPA - SJC
1 stop16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/212:40 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$247
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 12/199:24 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop13h 35mFrontier
Sun 1/52:34 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/24$258
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/229:24 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/110:52 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Sun 12/228:20 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/510:40 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/24$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Wed 12/188:55 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/112:30 amSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/26$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Sat 12/75:45 amTPA - SJC
1 stop17h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/1512:23 pmSJC - TPA
3 stops28h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/26$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 12/196:21 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Thu 1/212:10 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/24$308
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Fri 12/134:08 pmTPA - STS
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1511:24 amSTS - TPA
3 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Sat 12/217:30 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/412:17 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$352
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/229:50 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 20mSouthwest
Mon 1/66:15 amSFO - TPA
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/24$367

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 2,692,183 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2024.

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TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Sat 1/11

9:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop30h 08m

San Jose

Sun 1/26

1:11 pm-11:53 am

1 stop19h 42m

$174

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Wed 1/29

11:45 am-12:11 pm

1 stop27h 26m

San Jose

Mon 2/3

9:34 pm-11:11 am

2 stops10h 37m

$189

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

Wed 1/22

12:45 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Oakland

Wed 1/29

7:02 pm-6:52 am

1 stop8h 50m

$208

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

Mon 1/13

8:00 am-11:36 pm

2 stops18h 36m

Oakland

Mon 1/27

6:19 pm-6:52 am

1 stop9h 33m

$224

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Wed 1/29

6:23 am-8:39 pm

2 stops17h 16m

San Jose

Mon 2/3

9:34 pm-11:11 am

2 stops10h 37m

$231

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 12/19

9:24 pm-7:59 am

1 stop13h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 1/5

2:34 pm-5:53 am

1 stop12h 19m

$258

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sun 12/22

9:24 pm-7:59 am

1 stop13h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 1/1

10:52 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$259

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Sat 1/11

1:45 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops10h 43m

San Jose

Sun 1/26

6:00 am-3:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$261

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 1/22

7:00 am-9:36 pm

2 stops17h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

7:40 am-9:31 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$287

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Thu 1/23

8:17 am-2:14 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Jose

Thu 1/30

5:19 pm-5:39 am

1 stop9h 20m

$298

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 26, 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 November 26, 2024.

The most flights from TPA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 November 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest 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
4,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,473 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,736 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Porter Airlines
7.8
Good
287 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,364 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,982 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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 29 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 ($90), Spirit Airlines ($104), and JetBlue ($127).

  • 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 (86%), Virgin Australia (85%) and Air New Zealand (77%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is $173. On average you can expect to pay $1,010. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $206.

  • 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 2,692,183 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$167Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$235Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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