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$142+ Cheap flights from Tampa to San Francisco (TPA - SFO)

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TPA — SFO
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tampa to San Francisco are usually found in May or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$285
(Frontier)

One-way from

$144
(FlightHub)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$419

Good round-trip deal

$439 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
From Tampa to San Francisco
One-way flight from Tampa to San Francisco
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 July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 7/307:30 amTPA - SFO
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Fri 8/110:11 pmSFO - TPA
2 stops12h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 8/37:00 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/179:30 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 9/241:36 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Tue 9/307:15 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/2$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 10/306:52 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop18h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/39:55 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop21h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$300
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/22:40 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 03mJetBlue
Thu 9/116:00 amSFO - TPA
1 stop9h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/146:55 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Wed 8/207:00 amSFO - TPA
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$314

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

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TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 7/30

7:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

10:11 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$285

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sun 8/3

7:00 am-9:23 am

Nonstop5h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

9:30 pm-5:44 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$289

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 8/13

11:14 am-5:32 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop8h 01m

$293

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 9/2

2:40 pm-1:43 am

1 stop14h 03m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$308

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 8/14

6:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$314

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 10/8

8:00 am-4:17 pm

2 stops11h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

10:30 am-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$323

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

10:45 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$338

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Thu 7/31

6:04 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

12:55 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$339

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Wed 10/15

8:00 am-2:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$142

TampaSan Francisco

TPA - SFO

TPASFO

Tampa

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-9:23 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tampa to San Francisco is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Tampa to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 69% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Tampa to San Francisco. 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 July 2, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated July 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tampa to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Tampa, then you need to book flights from Tampa to San Francisco. There are 5 flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Tampa are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 21m is how long a nonstop flight from Tampa to San Francisco typically takes.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Tampa to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $285 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $289 and $294 round-trip. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $144 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $147 and JetBlue from $148 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Tampa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Australia (83%), United Airlines (80%), Air New Zealand( 78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,717 for a flight from Tampa to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $185 while the most popular route, (Tampa - San Francisco) is currently priced at $235.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Tampa to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    Most Atlanta visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola are located about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Those on a layover in Atlanta in need of a rental car can book one at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $47.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and Larimer Square. Travelers on a layover in Denver can visit Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and Larimer Square, by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.9 mi, respectively after landing at Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $56.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Tampa to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa to San Francisco 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Tampa to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Tampa to San Francisco. 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$136Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$288Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$299Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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