San Francisco Bay Area

$104+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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TPA — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(Priceline)

One-way from

$104
(CheapOair)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$458
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 12, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:43 amTPA - SJC
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/174:22 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$193
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/123:40 pmTPA - OAK
1 stop10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/1712:42 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$212
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/106:43 amTPA - OAK
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/176:15 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:50 amTPA - SJC
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Sat 9/68:45 amSJC - TPA
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/305:46 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Fri 7/412:17 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/11$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:10 amTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/86:24 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$264
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:00 amTPA - SJC
3 stops31h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/811:01 amSJC - TPA
2 stops29h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/69:15 amTPA - SJC
2 stops10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/77:10 pmSJC - TPA
2 stops10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3012:37 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Mon 9/112:35 amSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/11$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/149:00 amTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 37mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/187:09 pmSJC - TPA
2 stops23h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$283
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/99:00 amTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/133:48 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$284
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:30 amTPA - SFO
1 stop16h 51mFrontier
Tue 7/157:00 amSFO - TPA
1 stop20h 35mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$286

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Tampa

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Thu 7/10

6:43 am-10:36 am

1 stop6h 53m

San Jose

Thu 7/17

4:22 pm-5:38 am

1 stop10h 16m

$193

TampaOakland

TPA - OAK

TPAOAK

Tampa

Sat 8/16

5:34 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Oakland

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$211

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Wed 9/3

11:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

San Jose

Sat 9/6

8:45 am-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$256

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Mon 6/30

5:46 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Jose

Fri 7/4

12:17 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 48m

$257

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Tue 7/1

8:10 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 12m

San Jose

Tue 7/8

6:24 pm-5:30 am

1 stop8h 06m

$264

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-10:06 am

3 stops31h 06m

San Jose

Tue 7/8

11:01 am-7:44 pm

2 stops29h 43m

$268

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Sat 9/6

9:15 am-4:41 pm

2 stops10h 26m

San Jose

Sun 9/7

7:10 pm-8:12 am

2 stops10h 02m

$282

TampaSan Jose

TPA - SJC

TPASJC

Tampa

Thu 8/14

9:00 am-2:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Jose

Mon 8/18

7:09 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$283

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sat 8/30

12:37 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

12:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop8h 01m

$283

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 7/9

9:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 7/13

3:48 pm-5:38 am

1 stop10h 50m

$284

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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 $364). 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 12, 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from TPA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 12, 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.

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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!

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

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!

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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 ($104), American Airlines ($117), 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 Air New Zealand (83%), Virgin Australia (83%) and United Airlines (69%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to San Francisco Bay Area is $188. On average you can expect to pay $1,988. The most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $257.

  • 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 $364). 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$254Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$263Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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