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$150+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Tampa (SFO - TPA)

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SFO — TPA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from San Francisco to Tampa are usually found in February or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA). 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 December 22, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$286
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$150
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$606
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:34 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Wed 1/811:45 amTPA - SFO
1 stop15h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$301
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3011:59 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/69:24 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop29h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/3112:30 amSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/118:45 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/3112:10 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Sat 1/116:45 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/21$393
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/3110:52 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/88:17 amTPA - SFO
1 stop26h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$448
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/236:07 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop18h 55mSun Country Air
Fri 12/277:05 amTPA - SFO
1 stop18h 46mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/21$566
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/2312:17 amSFO - TPA
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/27:30 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$588
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/279:30 pmSFO - TPA
2 stops13h 30mSouthwest
Sun 12/299:50 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$593

Find flights from San Francisco to Tampa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Tampa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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SFO - TPA

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San Francisco

Fri 1/24

9:15 am-5:39 am

2 stops17h 24m

Tampa

Sun 1/26

8:17 am-11:38 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$286

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

8:20 am-11:50 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Tampa

Tue 1/21

7:55 am-3:37 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$287

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

6:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop25h 58m

Tampa

Mon 1/20

12:58 pm-12:09 am

1 stop14h 11m

$288

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

9:10 am-5:19 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Tampa

Sat 1/25

8:45 am-11:48 am

Nonstop6h 03m

$289

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

12:27 am-11:58 am

1 stop8h 31m

Tampa

Sun 1/26

7:21 am-12:51 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$308

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Tampa

Mon 1/13

4:44 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$312

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

7:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Tampa

Wed 2/19

1:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$313

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Thu 2/20

11:11 am-5:40 am

2 stops15h 29m

Tampa

Mon 2/24

6:45 am-1:33 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$336

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Mon 12/30

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$150

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

12:27 am-2:02 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$154

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Tampa in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 San Francisco-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Tampa 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 San Francisco-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Tampa

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Tampa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San Francisco to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 SFO to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Tampa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Tampa. 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 December 22, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to TPA are scheduled on a Saturday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Tampa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from San Francisco to Tampa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
3,265 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Tampa. 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 San Francisco to Tampa?

    If you wish to fly to Tampa from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Tampa. There are 5 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA) per day to choose from. Flights to Tampa from San Francisco are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 55m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tampa typically takes.

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

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

    JetBlue, at $287, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and United Airlines. Users have found that JetBlue is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $150. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Tampa for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Tampa consider choosing Air New Zealand (90%), Virgin Australia (87%) or Hawaiian Airlines (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,026 for a flight from San Francisco to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $179 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Tampa) is currently priced at $182.

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

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

    If you're on a layover in Atlanta and looking for things to do, consider visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be visited by traveling about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers in need of a car in Atlanta can rent one for about $55 per day.

  • 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, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Denver can rent a car from Denver Intl for about $61 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San Francisco to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 San Francisco to Tampa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Tampa. 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$187Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$248Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$315Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$335Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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