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$139+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — TPA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Tampa are usually found in February or May, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 September 11, 2025.

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$166
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One-way from

$139
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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$395
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Cheapest flights from San José to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/296:19 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$166
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2612:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/285:50 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/285:50 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$186
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Tue 10/1412:35 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/2111:02 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop14h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$194
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Mon 9/2212:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/296:19 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$197
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/3012:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/246:28 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$198
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Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1110:41 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$199
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2210:26 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop14h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2712:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/76:28 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1812:35 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/306:28 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$215
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/3012:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/236:28 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2612:19 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/56:08 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$217

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Tampa that are best for you.

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San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

12:19 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Tampa

Sat 10/11

6:28 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 02m

$199

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

12:19 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Tampa

Sat 10/11

10:41 pm-11:30 am

1 stop14h 49m

$238

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/21

12:19 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Tampa

Sat 10/11

10:41 pm-11:30 am

1 stop14h 49m

$248

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

5:50 am-9:41 pm

1 stop14h 51m

Tampa

Fri 2/13

3:42 am-4:48 pm

1 stop14h 06m

$266

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/21

5:57 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Tampa

Tue 10/28

3:30 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$266

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

5:49 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Tampa

Thu 11/13

2:24 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$266

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

11:01 am-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Tampa

Sun 3/1

3:42 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$266

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/13

12:35 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$139

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/29

3:29 pm-7:41 am

1 stop15h 12m

$163

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

4:09 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$165

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Tampa

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Tampa. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San José, San José Province to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 SJO to TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José, San José Province to Tampa in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to Tampa. 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa?

    For as low as $199, Spirit Airlines can have you in Tampa from San José, San José Province in 9h 32m. The distance between San José, San José Province and Tampa is about 1246 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Tampa round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($162), Spirit Airlines ($225), and Copa Airlines ($266) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Tampa. Users have found that Delta is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Tampa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to Tampa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from San José, San José Province to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to Tampa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$162Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$225Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$266Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$338Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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