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$103+ Cheap flights from Tampa to San Diego (TPA - SAN)
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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SAN
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:25 amTPA - SAN
2 stops30h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/155:28 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop14h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/199:00 amTPA - SAN
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/210:52 amSAN - TPA
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$227
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:36 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop30h 24mFrontier
Tue 11/116:58 amSAN - TPA
1 stop27h 13mFrontier
Deal found 10/25![Frontier logo]()
$228
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:31 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop10h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/153:15 pmSAN - TPA
Nonstop4h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:00 amTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 45mFrontier
Thu 11/136:00 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/25![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:31 pmTPA - SAN
2 stops20h 53mFrontier
Sat 11/155:28 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
Deal found 10/25![Frontier logo]()
$231
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/107:00 amTPA - SAN
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1211:02 amSAN - TPA
2 stops8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1912:15 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/238:34 amSAN - TPA
2 stops12h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$233
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:27 amTPA - SAN
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/23:28 pmSAN - TPA
Nonstop4h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$235
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/612:36 pmTPA - SAN
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Thu 11/136:00 pmSAN - TPA
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/27![Frontier logo]()
$236
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/237:39 amTPA - SAN
Nonstop5h 22mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/64:11 pmSAN - TPA
Nonstop4h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/166:37 amTPA - SAN
1 stop20h 13mFrontier
Thu 11/208:39 amSAN - TPA
2 stops34h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/25![Frontier logo]()
$238
Cheap flight deals from Tampa to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 27, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $222 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $103 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $354 |
Good round-trip deal | $278 or less |
Good one-way deal | $124 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa to San Diego 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to San Diego that are best for you.
Fly from
Tampa
Fly to
San Diego
Route
Depart
Return
Price
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Wed 11/19
9:00 am-2:55 pm
1 stop8h 55m
San Diego
Tue 12/2
10:52 am-9:57 pm
1 stop8h 05m
$227
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Wed 12/10
7:00 am-11:01 am
1 stop7h 01m
San Diego
Fri 12/12
11:02 am-10:55 pm
2 stops8h 53m
$232
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Tue 12/23
7:39 am-10:01 am
Nonstop5h 22m
San Diego
Tue 1/6
4:11 pm-11:58 pm
Nonstop4h 47m
$237
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Tue 3/10
9:00 am-11:10 am
Nonstop5h 10m
San Diego
Wed 3/11
3:15 pm-11:00 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
$237
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Wed 11/19
8:27 am-10:41 am
Nonstop5h 14m
San Diego
Tue 12/2
3:28 pm-11:02 pm
Nonstop4h 34m
$237
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Thu 12/4
8:25 am-10:45 am
Nonstop5h 20m
San Diego
Wed 12/10
3:28 pm-11:02 pm
Nonstop4h 34m
$237
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Thu 1/29
5:05 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop7h 25m
San Diego
Tue 2/3
11:10 am-6:30 pm
Nonstop4h 20m
$247
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Wed 12/10
7:00 am-3:06 pm
1 stop11h 06m
San Diego
Sun 12/14
3:28 pm-11:02 pm
Nonstop4h 34m
$247
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Tue 3/10
6:10 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop8h 25m
San Diego
Wed 3/11
9:40 pm-9:56 am
1 stop9h 16m
$257
TampaSan Diego
TPA - SAN
TPASAN
Tampa
Wed 12/10
8:25 am-10:45 am
Nonstop5h 20m
San Diego
Fri 12/12
3:28 pm-11:02 pm
Nonstop4h 34m
$257
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Compare providers for flights from Tampa to San Diego
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 Diego in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Tampa-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tampa-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tampa-San Diego 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 Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Tampa to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Tampa to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to San Diego?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Diego (average of $99). Flying from Tampa to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $206). 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 SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Tampa to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 19, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to San Diego flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Tampa to San Diego?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Tampa to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Houston (HOU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of 1-stop itineraries from Tampa to San Diego on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Tampa to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Tampa to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 55m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Tampa to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Tampa to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 55m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Tampa to San Diego?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Tampa to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (HOU) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.
The best insider tips for Tampa to San Diego flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Tampa to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to San Diego. 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 October 27, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$134 | Average$239 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$149 | Average$246 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$163 | Average$307 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$196 | Average$346 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$210 | Average$383 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$215 | Average$329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$221 | Average$304 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$295 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |