$132 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Tampa (SFO-TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $132 for one-way flights and $263 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 21
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$263 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $263 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 8
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$265 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $265 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 21
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$267 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $267 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$268 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $268 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 24
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$273 Roundtrip, just found
$273
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $273 just found
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 16
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $275 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $275 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 1
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$277 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $277 found 4 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 16
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$284 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $284 found 20 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 21
SFO
San Francisco
TPA
Tampa
$286 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Tampa, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $286 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $138 - $300 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Tampa

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Tampa Intl. TPA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $313
TPA
Tampa Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $313
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$259
Distance
2388 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 11 mins

San Francisco to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Tampa

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Tampa are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Tampa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Tampa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Tampa: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Tampa

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $132 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Tampa flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Tampa airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
You can find cheap return flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) starting from $289. Grab your seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 18 2025 and touching down at TPA. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to TPA?
The cheapest flights from SFO to TPA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Take a nonstop flight with United Airlines and head straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to TPA?
Fly from SFO to TPA with United. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $189. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 8 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
On average, there's only 1 nonstop flight taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) each day. If this isn't convenient for you, consider flights with a layover. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
More travelers fly between SFO and TPA at 9 AM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to TPA?
Friday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The earliest flight leaving San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 9:10AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 5:19PM UTC-5. The total travel time is 5h 9m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
It takes about 5 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 2,400 mi from SFO to TPA.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) on time, select a flight that leaves from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Tampa from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) is the only airport in Tampa with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Explore the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SFO to TPA right before your trip is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to TPA flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a SFO to TPA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
In most instances, you're able to cancel or reschedule your SFO to TPA flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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