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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,064. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in February.

Tampa to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,771
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International is R 6,064. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,064.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International to San Francisco International is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Tampa.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIE to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between PIE and SFO:

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • Eppley Airfield Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Currently, R 2,771 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 6,064. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PIE to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from PIE to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

  • Of all flights leaving St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, 77.01% land on schedule at their destination.

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PIE. Whether you're catching an early flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Francisco in February.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PIE to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • San Francisco has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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