San Francisco Bay Area

$95+ 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SFO
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$200
(Frontier)

One-way from

$95
(FlightHub)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$456
From Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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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 June 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 6/307:30 amTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Fri 7/42:18 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop13h 42mFrontier
Deal found 6/15$200
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:11 pmTPA - OAK
1 stop8h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/307:30 amOAK - TPA
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/16$204
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/47:30 amTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/193:34 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop11h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$209
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:43 amTPA - SJC
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/26:30 amSJC - TPA
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/14$215
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:00 amTPA - OAK
2 stops27h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/207:06 pmOAK - TPA
2 stops24h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/14$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/67:00 amTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/137:00 amSJC - TPA
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/307:15 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Sat 7/56:35 amSJC - TPA
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/14$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/185:09 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/311:09 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/15$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/258:05 amTPA - SJC
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/2611:00 amSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16$271
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1610:20 amTPA - SFO
1 stop16h 05mFrontier
Wed 7/231:09 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop14h 26mFrontier
Deal found 6/16$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:14 pmTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/149:30 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/811:15 amTPA - SJC
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Fri 8/157:30 amSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/14$289

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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 June 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

Mon 6/30

7:30 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 53m

San Jose

Fri 7/4

2:18 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 42m

$200

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

Wed 9/24

6:11 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Oakland

Tue 9/30

7:30 am-5:06 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$204

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Fri 7/4

7:30 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 53m

San Jose

Sat 7/19

3:34 pm-5:38 am

1 stop11h 04m

$209

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Wed 7/30

6:43 am-10:36 am

1 stop6h 53m

San Jose

Sat 8/2

6:30 am-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$215

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

Tue 10/14

8:00 am-8:45 am

2 stops27h 45m

Oakland

Mon 10/20

7:06 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$253

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Wed 8/6

7:00 am-12:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

San Jose

Wed 8/13

7:00 am-9:24 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$256

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Mon 6/30

7:15 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 39m

San Jose

Sat 7/5

6:35 am-4:41 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$257

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Mon 8/18

5:09 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Jose

Sun 8/31

1:09 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 07m

$263

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Mon 8/25

8:05 am-2:13 pm

1 stop9h 08m

San Jose

Tue 8/26

11:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$271

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 7/16

10:20 am-11:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

1:09 pm-6:35 am

1 stop14h 26m

$285

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

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 $362). 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 June 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 June 16, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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?

  • 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 ($95), Frontier ($100), and Delta ($129).

  • What are the most popular routes from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • 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 (83%), United Airlines (80%) and Air New Zealand (78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is $178. On average you can expect to pay $1,383. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $209.

  • 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 $362). 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 9 airlines flying from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 9 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$254Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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