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$97+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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TPA — SFO
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

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Round-trip from

$207
(Frontier)

One-way from

$97
(Cheapflightsfares)

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July

Average price

$467
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/106:37 amTPA - SJC
2 stops14h 10mFrontier
lun. 10/1312:35 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 10/246:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
dom. 10/2612:27 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop13h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$214
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
lun. 9/296:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
lun. 10/1312:35 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$216
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
mar. 9/307:20 amTPA - SJC
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/1312:35 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/176:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
vie. 10/2412:27 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop13h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$234
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/246:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/2910:25 amSJC - TPA
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 9/296:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
vie. 10/312:25 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 9/305:44 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop20h 01mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/411:40 amSJC - TPA
2 stops21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$245
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 9/226:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
vie. 9/2612:25 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$247
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 10/206:37 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/216:00 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$248
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lun. 9/297:34 pmTPA - OAK
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
mié. 10/16:30 amOAK - TPA
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
lun. 9/298:15 amTPA - SJC
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/136:43 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop18h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$259

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Tampa

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

vie. 10/10

6:37 am-5:47 pm

2 stops14h 10m

San Jose

lun. 10/13

12:35 pm-5:22 am

1 stop13h 47m

$207

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

vie. 10/24

6:37 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 55m

San Jose

mié. 10/29

10:25 am-10:51 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$237

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mar. 9/30

5:44 pm-10:45 am

1 stop20h 01m

San Jose

sáb. 10/4

6:35 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$247

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

lun. 9/29

7:34 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Oakland

mié. 10/1

6:30 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$256

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

lun. 9/29

8:15 am-10:45 am

2 stops29h 30m

San Jose

lun. 10/13

6:43 pm-4:21 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$259

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

lun. 9/29

7:34 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Oakland

jue. 10/2

6:30 am-6:39 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$272

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 10/15

7:07 am-2:42 pm

1 stop10h 35m

San Jose

lun. 10/20

6:59 pm-5:49 am

1 stop7h 50m

$277

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 10/15

6:59 pm-9:23 am

1 stop17h 24m

San Jose

lun. 10/20

7:54 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop24h 13m

$277

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 10/15

8:28 am-3:57 pm

1 stop10h 29m

San Jose

vie. 10/24

10:25 pm-11:32 am

1 stop10h 07m

$277

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mar. 10/14

8:28 am-3:57 pm

1 stop10h 29m

San Jose

vie. 10/24

10:25 pm-11:32 am

1 stop10h 07m

$277

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

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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 $357). 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

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 septiembre 16, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 32 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For as low as $277, Frontier can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Tampa in 10h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2361 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 ($97), Spirit Airlines ($133), and Hawaiian Airlines ($138).

  • 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 - San Jose or Tampa - Oakland.

  • 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 Virgin Australia (74%), Air New Zealand (74%) and United Airlines (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is $162. On average you can expect to pay $951. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $183.

  • 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 $357). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$254Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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