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$147+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Tampa (SFO - TPA)

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TPA
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(Delta)

One-way from

$147
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$453

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:40 amSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Tue 5/205:20 amTPA - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/29$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2712:21 amSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/303:39 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/79:30 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/107:14 amTPA - SFO
1 stop9h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/14:17 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Sun 5/49:46 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop20h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$307
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/308:44 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop9h 44mJetBlue
Sat 6/212:40 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:00 amSFO - TPA
2 stops12h 55mSouthwest
Mon 11/244:20 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$320
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:09 pmSFO - TPA
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/3011:42 amTPA - SFO
1 stop14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$351
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/117:00 amSFO - TPA
1 stop19h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/179:00 amTPA - SFO
2 stops11h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$352
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:15 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop13h 37mSun Country Air
Mon 9/111:51 amTPA - SFO
1 stop26h 15mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$355

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Tampa 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Tampa that are best for you.

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Tampa

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Return

Price

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:40 am-11:08 am

1 stop7h 28m

Tampa

Tue 5/20

5:20 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 55m

$295

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

12:21 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 17m

Tampa

Fri 5/30

3:39 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$298

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

9:30 pm-5:44 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Tampa

Tue 6/10

7:14 am-1:43 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$299

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

8:44 pm-9:28 am

1 stop9h 44m

Tampa

Sat 6/21

2:40 pm-1:57 am

1 stop14h 17m

$308

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

4:17 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop25h 34m

Tampa

Sat 5/24

6:50 am-9:19 pm

2 stops17h 29m

$316

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

12:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Tampa

Mon 8/11

9:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$332

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

4:17 pm-5:34 am

1 stop10h 17m

Tampa

Thu 5/15

7:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$341

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

7:00 am-5:40 am

1 stop19h 40m

Tampa

Tue 6/17

9:00 am-5:20 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$352

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

6:15 pm-10:52 am

1 stop13h 37m

Tampa

Mon 9/1

11:51 am-11:06 am

1 stop26h 15m

$355

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

12:40 am-11:08 am

1 stop7h 28m

$147

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Tampa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Tampa in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Tampa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tampa from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Tampa. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Tampa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San Francisco to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 SFO to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Tampa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Tampa. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

Plan your trip to Tampa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to Tampa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,409 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 San Francisco to Tampa. 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 San Francisco to Tampa?

    If you wish to fly to Tampa from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Tampa. There are 3 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA) per day to choose from. Flights to Tampa from San Francisco are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 12m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tampa typically takes.

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Tampa have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Delta, at $295, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Tampa.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $147. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Tampa for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Tampa consider choosing Air New Zealand (93%), United Airlines (92%) or Virgin Australia (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $997 for a flight from San Francisco to Tampa. The cheapest flight overall is $188 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Tampa) is currently priced at $201.

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

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Tampa flights that have layovers will stop in Atlanta. Atlanta is followed by Denver in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Tampa.

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

    If you're on a layover in Atlanta and looking for things to do, consider visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be visited by traveling about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers in need of a car in Atlanta can rent one for about $55 per day.

  • 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 16th Street Mall. Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall can be visited by traveling about 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi respectively from Denver Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Denver can rent a car from Denver Intl for about $42 per day.

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

    San Francisco to Tampa flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Tampa.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San Francisco to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 San Francisco to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Tampa. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$139Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$320Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$350Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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