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$144+ Cheap flights from Tampa to San Francisco (TPA - SFO)

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SFO
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$286
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$144
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$408

Good round-trip deal

$432 or less

Good one-way deal

$241 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Tampa-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Tampa-San Francisco flights.
From Tampa to San Francisco
One-way flight from Tampa to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Tampa to San Francisco.
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 6/1210:03 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop29h 21mFrontier
Mon 6/236:37 amSFO - TPA
1 stop28h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sat 5/39:00 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/911:40 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Fri 5/306:54 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Mon 6/26:10 amSFO - TPA
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/10$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 9/26:58 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop18h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/134:52 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop10h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sat 10/251:30 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Wed 10/295:45 amSFO - TPA
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$314
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 7/19:00 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/107:02 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$327
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1311:55 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 20mSun Country Air
Mon 10/276:09 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop13h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/10$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 5/225:45 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2712:21 amSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$361

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Tampa

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

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Price

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 6/12

10:03 pm-12:24 am

1 stop29h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

6:37 am-2:05 pm

1 stop28h 28m

$286

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sat 5/3

9:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop5h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

11:40 pm-7:55 am

Nonstop5h 15m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Fri 5/30

6:54 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

6:10 am-6:48 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$293

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 5/8

1:49 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop10h 06m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

12:21 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 17m

$308

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 5/6

9:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops17h 59m

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$312

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 7/1

9:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

7:02 pm-5:28 am

1 stop7h 26m

$327

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 5/7

2:35 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

8:10 am-10:40 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$354

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sun 4/20

7:37 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 07m

$144

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sun 5/25

6:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 50m

$149

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 5/6

9:00 am-9:39 pm

2 stops15h 39m

$163

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Tampa-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Tampa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tampa to San Francisco is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Tampa to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 69% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco. 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 April 11, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Tampa to San Francisco. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Tampa to San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Tampa, then you need to book flights from Tampa to San Francisco. There are 5 flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Tampa are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 21m is how long a nonstop flight from Tampa to San Francisco typically takes.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Tampa to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Tampa to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $286 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $289 and $293 round-trip. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $144 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $149 and Alaska Airlines from $163 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Tampa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (85%), Virgin Australia (79%), United Airlines( 79%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,242 for a flight from Tampa to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $188 while the most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco) is currently priced at $200.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Tampa to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    Most Atlanta visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are located about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $53.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall. Travelers on a layover in Denver can visit Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall, by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively after landing at Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $45.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Tampa to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to San Francisco. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$299Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$345Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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