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$87+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa (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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TPA
Jun 24 — Jul 11
Tue 6/24
Tue 7/1
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated June 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(Expedia)

One-way from

$87
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$509
From San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 19, 2025.

This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1012:42 pmOAK - TPA
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/176:43 amTPA - OAK
1 stop8h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/16$183
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Wed 8/64:22 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/235:34 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/17$205
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/19:45 amSJC - TPA
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/47:50 amTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Mon 6/306:24 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/14:27 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$270
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/119:23 amOAK - TPA
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/146:00 amTPA - OAK
3 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Tue 7/17:00 amSJC - TPA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Fri 7/44:23 pmTPA - SJC
1 stop9h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/19$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/169:30 pmSFO - TPA
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/217:00 amTPA - SFO
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/19$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Tue 10/147:00 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Wed 10/293:00 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/17$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/16:00 amSFO - TPA
1 stop13h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/67:35 amTPA - SFO
1 stop9h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$300
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 7/1012:13 pmSFO - TPA
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/163:34 pmTPA - SFO
1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Mon 9/810:10 amSFO - TPA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Fri 9/127:10 amTPA - SFO
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/18$311
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/281:33 pmSJC - TPA
1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/47:30 amTPA - SJC
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16$322

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandTampa

OAK - TPA

OAKTPA

Oakland

Thu 7/10

12:42 pm-5:38 am

1 stop13h 56m

Tampa

Thu 7/17

6:43 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 04m

$183

San JoseTampa

SJC - TPA

SJCTPA

San Jose

Wed 8/6

4:22 pm-5:38 am

1 stop10h 16m

Tampa

Sat 8/23

5:34 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$205

San JoseTampa

SJC - TPA

SJCTPA

San Jose

Tue 7/1

9:45 am-7:53 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Tampa

Fri 7/4

7:50 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$233

San JoseTampa

SJC - TPA

SJCTPA

San Jose

Mon 6/30

6:24 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 36m

Tampa

Tue 7/1

4:27 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$270

OaklandTampa

OAK - TPA

OAKTPA

Oakland

Fri 7/11

9:23 am-5:38 am

1 stop17h 15m

Tampa

Mon 7/14

6:00 am-8:28 am

3 stops29h 28m

$273

San JoseTampa

SJC - TPA

SJCTPA

San Jose

Tue 7/1

7:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Tampa

Fri 7/4

4:23 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$277

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

9:30 pm-5:44 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Tampa

Mon 7/21

7:00 am-9:23 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$289

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

7:00 pm-6:02 am

1 stop8h 02m

Tampa

Wed 10/29

3:00 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$293

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

Tampa

Sat 9/6

7:35 am-1:46 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$300

San FranciscoTampa

SFO - TPA

SFOTPA

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

12:13 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 20m

Tampa

Wed 7/16

3:34 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$310

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 19, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa. 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 19, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to TPA are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 June 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

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!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

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!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

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!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

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!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

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!
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,509 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
182 reviews

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Tampa from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa (TPA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tampa from San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa.

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

    $87 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $117 and $122, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa is San Francisco - Tampa. You may also consider Oakland - Tampa or San Jose - Tampa.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa on time: Air New Zealand (92%), Virgin Australia (91%), United Airlines (91%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa is generally $500, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $188. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Tampa), you can expect to pay $217 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Tampa.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Tampa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$132Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$265Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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