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$128+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SFO
feb. 11 — feb. 181
mié. 2/11
mié. 2/18
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$389
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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 enero 12, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
mié. 2/256:00 am
TPA
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 10m
United Airlines
mié. 3/411:15 pm
SFO
-
TPA
Nonstop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$289
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
vie. 2/65:44 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
dom. 2/86:15 am
SFO
-
TPA
1 stop27h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 1/10$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/115:30 am
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop16h 44m
Frontier
dom. 3/1510:38 pm
SFO
-
TPA
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 1/10$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
mié. 2/44:40 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 2/910:18 pm
SFO
-
TPA
2 stops31h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
vie. 4/31:05 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
vie. 4/109:35 pm
SFO
-
TPA
2 stops18h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/9$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
sáb. 2/74:40 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Frontier
jue. 2/126:15 am
SFO
-
TPA
2 stops15h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 1/9$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
jue. 2/59:20 am
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 30m
United Airlines
dom. 2/811:15 pm
SFO
-
TPA
Nonstop5h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/10$295
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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. 2/65:44 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
sáb. 2/1411:00 pm
SFO
-
TPA
1 stop9h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/9$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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. 1/274:40 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Multiple Airlines
vie. 1/308:23 pm
SFO
-
TPA
2 stops38h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$297
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 1/305:44 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 44m
Frontier
dom. 2/16:15 am
SFO
-
TPA
1 stop29h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 1/10$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
mié. 2/2511:40 am
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 14m
United Airlines
lun. 3/24:25 pm
SFO
-
TPA
Nonstop5h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$299
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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. 3/912:58 pm
TPA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
jue. 3/129:04 pm
SFO
-
TPA
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 1/12$300

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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 enero 12, 2026.
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 Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

vie. 5/8

6:50 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

San Francisco

jue. 5/14

10:35 pm-6:58 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

mar. 4/28

7:00 am-2:21 pm

1 stop10h 21m

San Francisco

lun. 8/3

6:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

sáb. 3/28

6:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

mié. 4/1

9:20 pm-5:42 am

Nonstop5h 22m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

mié. 2/25

7:05 am-2:02 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Francisco

lun. 3/2

6:40 am-11:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

mié. 2/25

6:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

lun. 3/2

9:00 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

mar. 2/10

9:00 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop6h 06m

San Francisco

sáb. 2/14

11:15 pm-7:22 am

Nonstop5h 07m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

sáb. 4/25

12:03 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

vie. 5/1

10:35 pm-6:58 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$295

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

lun. 2/2

6:00 am-9:04 am

Nonstop6h 04m

San Francisco

sáb. 2/7

11:15 pm-11:08 am

1 stop8h 53m

$299

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mar. 2/3

3:12 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop9h 17m

San Jose

jue. 2/5

11:01 am-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$301

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

mié. 3/18

7:25 am-2:57 pm

1 stop10h 32m

San Jose

lun. 3/23

10:45 pm-8:52 am

1 stop7h 07m

$301

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $136). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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 enero 12, 2026.

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 enero 12, 2026.

The most flights from TPA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 enero 12, 2026.
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
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,256 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
7.9
Good
8,039 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
9,149 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
11,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 36 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 $289, United Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Tampa in 5h 59m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2387 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 Spirit Airlines ($55), Frontier ($92), and Southwest ($97).

  • 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 Air New Zealand (95%), Virgin Australia (89%) and United Airlines (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is $198. On average you can expect to pay $1,117. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $150.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $136). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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 7 airlines flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 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 enero 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$139Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$228Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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