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

According to our current data, United Airlines ($292), Spirit Airlines ($293), and American Airlines ($306) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Tampa. Users have found that United Airlines is 16% 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 $141. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to Tampa for a low price.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Tampa?

American Airlines, JetBlue and Copa Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Tampa.

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

Saturday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from San José, San José Province to Tampa. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Tampa.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 52 days in advance to save up to 47% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 52 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San José, San José Province to Tampa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $308, or $353 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Tampa from San José, San José Province. Prices for February average $351 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $230. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 27% on your journey compared to booking in December

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Tampa?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. San José, San José Province to Tampa flights typically cost between $294 and $389 in August. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $292 on United Airlines (Aug 5-Aug 10).

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Fri 8/2212:18 pmSJO - TPA

2 stops30h 13mSpirit Airlines

Fri 8/299:50 pmTPA - SJO

1 stop15h 22mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$292

Fri 8/85:30 amSJO - TPA

1 stop10h 37mUnited Airlines

Mon 8/1111:49 amTPA - SJO

1 stop12h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$303

Thu 9/116:00 amSJO - TPA

2 stops16h 09mAmerican Airlines

Thu 9/187:00 amTPA - SJO

2 stops14h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$306

Sun 11/234:08 amSJO - TPA

1 stop7h 26mCopa Airlines

Sat 11/294:49 pmTPA - SJO

1 stop16h 30mCopa Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$310

Wed 8/207:30 amSJO - TPA

2 stops13h 27mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/248:00 amTPA - SJO

2 stops9h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$318

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Tue 8/55:30 amSJO - TPA

1 stop13h 54mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/107:00 amTPA - SJO

1 stop29h 11mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$292

Thu 9/1112:19 pmSJO - TPA

1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines

Mon 9/151:09 pmTPA - SJO

2 stops23h 18mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$293

Thu 9/116:00 amSJO - TPA

2 stops16h 09mAmerican Airlines

Thu 9/187:00 amTPA - SJO

2 stops14h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$306

Sun 8/244:10 amSJO - TPA

1 stop7h 17mCopa Airlines

Sun 11/24:49 pmTPA - SJO

1 stop16h 30mCopa Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$311

Wed 8/207:30 amSJO - TPA

2 stops13h 27mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/248:00 amTPA - SJO

2 stops9h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$318

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Mon 8/412:50 amSJO - TPA

2 stops28h 35mAlaska Airlines

Sun 8/106:55 pmTPA - SJO

2 stops30h 35mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$1,196

Tue 8/55:30 amSJO - TPA

1 stop13h 54mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/107:00 amTPA - SJO

1 stop29h 11mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$292

Tue 8/56:18 amSJO - TPA

2 stops13h 41mAmerican Airlines

Sun 8/106:00 amTPA - SJO

1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$312

Tue 8/512:16 pmSJO - TPA

1 stop5h 28mSpirit Airlines

Sun 8/105:40 amTPA - SJO

1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$340

Tue 8/512:16 pmSJO - TPA

1 stop5h 28mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/105:40 amTPA - SJO

3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$389

Tue 8/55:57 amSJO - TPA

1 stop5h 30mCopa Airlines

Sun 8/105:57 pmTPA - SJO

3 stops24h 55mCopa Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$422

Wed 8/207:30 amSJO - TPA

2 stops13h 27mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/248:00 amTPA - SJO

2 stops9h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$318

Fri 8/2212:18 pmSJO - TPA

1 stop8h 39mSpirit Airlines

Mon 8/254:01 pmTPA - SJO

1 stop21h 11mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$300

Sun 8/244:10 amSJO - TPA

1 stop7h 17mCopa Airlines

Sun 11/24:49 pmTPA - SJO

1 stop16h 30mCopa Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$311

One-way flights from San José to Tampa
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Tue 9/1612:19 pmSJO - TPA

1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$141

Fri 9/127:55 amSJO - TPA

1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$170

Tue 9/166:00 amSJO - TPA

2 stops15h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$179

Sat 8/308:45 amSJO - TPA

2 stops11h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 7/28

$181

Sat 8/305:05 amSJO - TPA

3 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$196

Sat 10/118:11 amSJO - TPA

1 stop6h 01mCopa Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$355

Sun 9/71:40 amSJO - TPA

1 stop8h 35mAvianca

Deal found 7/28

$407

Fri 8/112:50 amSJO - TPA

2 stops28h 35mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$635

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San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/5

5:30 am-9:24 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Tampa

Sun 8/10

7:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop29h 11m

$292

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

12:19 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Tampa

Mon 9/15

1:09 pm-10:27 am

2 stops23h 18m

$293

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-12:09 am

2 stops16h 09m

Tampa

Thu 9/18

7:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops14h 42m

$306

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/24

4:10 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Tampa

Sun 11/2

4:49 pm-8:19 am

1 stop16h 30m

$311

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

7:30 am-10:57 pm

2 stops13h 27m

Tampa

Sun 8/24

8:00 am-3:13 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$318

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

12:19 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$141

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

7:55 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 45m

$170

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-11:19 pm

2 stops15h 19m

$179

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

8:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$181

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

5:05 am-7:33 am

3 stops24h 28m

$196

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

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 $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 SJO to TPA?

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?

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.

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Copa 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.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,238 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

Copa Airlines

7.5

Good

1,493 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,896 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Tampa round-trip?
According to our current data, United Airlines ($292), Spirit Airlines ($293), and American Airlines ($306) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Tampa. Users have found that United Airlines is 16% 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 $141. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American 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 $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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$225	Average$353	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$266	Average$337	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
American Airlines	Cheapest$283	Average$461	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$292	Average$355	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
JetBlue	Cheapest$457	Average$630	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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