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$119+ 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SAN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to San Diego
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 January 26, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Thu 3/55:45 pm
TPA
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 3/1111:50 am
SAN
-
TPA
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/24$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/158:50 am
TPA
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/2111:21 am
SAN
-
TPA
1 stop7h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/612:58 pm
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop14h 10m
Frontier
Mon 3/99:58 pm
SAN
-
TPA
2 stops29h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$214
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/81:03 pm
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop9h 18m
Frontier
Wed 2/119:45 am
SAN
-
TPA
1 stop9h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/199:53 am
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop25h 57m
Frontier
Tue 2/247:11 am
SAN
-
TPA
2 stops14h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$216
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/195:41 pm
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop7h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 2/246:20 am
SAN
-
TPA
1 stop7h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/143:34 pm
TPA
-
SAN
2 stops19h 50m
Frontier
Sat 2/2111:21 am
SAN
-
TPA
1 stop7h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/129:53 am
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop25h 57m
Frontier
Sat 2/2812:23 pm
SAN
-
TPA
2 stops32h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/199:53 am
TPA
-
SAN
2 stops17h 15m
Frontier
Sun 2/226:25 am
SAN
-
TPA
1 stop26h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/116:00 am
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop21h 08m
Frontier
Wed 3/183:16 pm
SAN
-
TPA
2 stops17h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:45 am
TPA
-
SAN
1 stop20h 16m
Frontier
Mon 4/2712:36 pm
SAN
-
TPA
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$226

Find 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$212
(Southwest)

One-way from

$119
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$326

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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One-way flight from Tampa to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to San Diego that are best for you.

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Tampa

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Fri 2/20

3:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San Diego

Tue 2/24

7:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$217

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Sun 2/15

6:35 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 39m

San Diego

Sat 2/21

6:15 am-5:49 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$223

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Sat 4/18

5:07 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Diego

Sat 4/25

6:32 am-7:31 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$227

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Wed 3/18

5:05 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Diego

Mon 3/23

10:30 am-9:42 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$227

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Thu 2/19

10:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Diego

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-6:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$232

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Wed 3/4

11:55 am-9:41 pm

1 stop12h 46m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

9:18 pm-11:38 am

1 stop11h 20m

$243

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Sat 2/21

8:50 am-11:29 am

Nonstop5h 39m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

4:05 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$257

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Wed 3/18

5:30 am-9:52 am

1 stop7h 22m

San Diego

Fri 4/10

7:35 pm-5:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

$257

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Sun 2/15

8:50 am-11:29 am

Nonstop5h 39m

San Diego

Sat 2/21

4:05 pm-11:31 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$257

TampaSan Diego

TPA - SAN

TPASAN

Tampa

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 04m

San Diego

Mon 4/27

6:20 am-7:31 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$265

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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 Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 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.

Best time to book a flight from Tampa to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to San Diego

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 January 23, 2026.

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 84 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 January 26, 2026.

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 19% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Tampa to San Diego?

The best insider tips for Tampa to San Diego flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Tampa to San Diego trip
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on TPA

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 January 26, 2026.
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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,829 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Tampa to San Diego, you will be flying from Tampa to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Tampa (TPA) take 4h 50m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Tampa to San Diego per day from 8 airlines.

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

    Flights from Tampa to San Diego have been viewed 33 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Tampa to San Diego?

    For as low as $217, Southwest can have you in San Diego from Tampa in 7h 25m. Tampa and San Diego are separated by a distance of 2082 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tampa to San Diego round-trip from $106. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $134, and Southwest, from $163. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Tampa to San Diego are Spirit Airlines ($78), Frontier ($91), and Southwest ($93).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Tampa to San Diego are Alaska Airlines (86%), Hawaiian Airlines (86%) and Southwest (75%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Tampa to San Diego? While on average our users pay $423, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Tampa - San Diego), is priced around $178.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to San Diego 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 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Tampa to San Diego

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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$134Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$163Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$217Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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