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Cheap Flights from San Francisco International to Tampa International

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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Tampa International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Tampa International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.R 1,588 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,588, select.
Tampa.R 1,588 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,588, select.
Tampa.R 1,714 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,714, select.
Tampa.R 2,278 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,278, select.
Tampa.R 2,302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,302, select.
Tampa.R 2,487 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,487, select.
Tampa.R 2,632 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,632, select.
Tampa.R 2,642 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,642, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Tampa International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Tampa International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 2,302
Jul
from R 2,487
Aug
from R 1,588
Sep
from R 1,588
Oct
from R 1,714
Nov
from R 2,278
Dec
from R 2,632
Jan
from R 2,642
Feb
from R 3,374
Mar
from R 7,270
Apr
from R 4,596
May
from R 20,862

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Tampa International

San Francisco International to Tampa International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Tampa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tampa International.

San Francisco to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,588
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week32

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Tampa International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Tampa International is R 3,195. 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.
5 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Tampa International.
United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from San Francisco International to Tampa International.
As of June 2025, there are 32 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Tampa International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Tampa International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport on Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 10 minutes.
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 Tampa 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 Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa International.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.

  • Tampa's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Tampa three hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Every week, there are 19 San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, opt for the 08:25 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:15 with United Airlines.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to TPA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Alaska Airlines has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Tampa — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • Alaska Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SFO to TPA flights. A reliable 84.4% of its departures on this route arrive on time.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SFO and TPA:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • R 1,588 is currently the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,195. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from SFO to TPA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to TPA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

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

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa

  • You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.

  • Tampa International Airport to the centre of Tampa has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Tampa in May.

  • Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to TPA in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Miami is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. No trip is complete without visiting Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Tampa

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