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Tampa.$312 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.
Tampa.$312 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.
Tampa.$312 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.
Tampa.$451 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Tampa International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.
Tampa.$451 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Tampa International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.
Tampa.$451 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Tampa International on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.
Tampa.$451 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Tampa International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.
Tampa.$451 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Tampa International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.

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

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 flights are currently cheapest in May.
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San Francisco to Tampa: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$312
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week41

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

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Tampa is $312. 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 11 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Tampa.
United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from San Francisco International to Tampa.
As of May 2025, there are 72 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Tampa is usually June.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Tampa is Tampa International – which is 8.0 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from $312.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa on Saturday, 7 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 11 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 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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

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

  • Take a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 54 minutes.

  • The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). You can choose from 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SFO to TPA is the 08:25 United service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:15 with United.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from SFO to Tampa, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're getting away during a popular month like August, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa. Begin your journey at SFO and end it at Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • United is a popular airline that offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa.

  • When flying domestically within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco, SFO can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 47 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

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

  • $155 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa. A return flight starts at $312. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from SFO to Tampa by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from SFO to Tampa is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 23 minutes by car. Central Tampa is approximately 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 11 minutes.

  • After your flight from SFO to Tampa, rest your head at a hotel near PIE. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the busiest month to board a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tampa, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • Before you book a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SFO to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.

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