Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Tampa – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
1 stop
9h 51m ATL
Return – Dec 10, 2026
1 stop
11h 30m ATL
$312
yesterday
Tampa – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
1 stop
9h 51m ATL
Return – Dec 10, 2026
2 stops
11h 31m ATL
MSY
$310
yesterday
Tampa – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
6h 1m Return – Dec 10, 2026
direct
5h 2m $556
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$197
Average price of a round trip
$281
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
16h39
A flight from Tampa to San Francisco takes on average 16h39.
Best time
November
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is November.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Tampa to San Francisco
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Tampa (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is February, with an average flight ticket price of $126 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, November and February.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 22 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $278.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from Tampa to San Francisco
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $197 to $483
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $281
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of February
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: November
info departure city :
Tampa, USA
airports :
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
MacDill AFB Air Force Base (MCF)
Peter O. Knight Airport (TPF)
local time :
Tampa is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Tampa, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 20°C, with a minimum of 17°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of Tampa has 3 airport(s): Tampa, MacDill AFB and Peter O. Knight
destination info :
San Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 16°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
Useful info about San Francisco
What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?
If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of November.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?
In San Francisco, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Tampa to San Francisco?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 22 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Tampa to San Francisco is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Tampa and San Francisco?
When you leave, you can leave from Tampa, and you will arrive at San Francisco.
How to reach Tampa airport from the city centre?
The airport Tampa is located 8 km, MacDill AFB is located 12 km or Peter O. Knight is located 3 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Tampa to San Francisco?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Tampa and San Francisco?
In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 28°C in Tampa. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 233 mm in Tampa. In summer, it is warmer in Tampa and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in Tampa and it rains more in San Francisco.
