$83 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Tampa (TPA)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Tampa (SAN-TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $83 for one-way flights and $162 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 9
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$162 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $162 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 9
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$178 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $178 found 7 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 18
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$179 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $179 found 19 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Wed, Aug 20
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$181 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $181 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 9
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$186 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $186 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 18
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$187 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $187 found 11 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 6
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $187 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 16
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$188 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $188 found 15 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $197 just found
United
Tue, Sep 23 - Thu, Sep 25
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$199 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $199 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Tampa (TPA)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $109 - $262 per traveler.

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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 $233
TPA
Tampa Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $233
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$162
Distance
2083 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 58 mins

San Diego to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego 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 Diego to Tampa are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tampa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego to Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $83 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 Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
Pick up cheap return tickets starting at $187 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving SAN 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 SAN to TPA?
The cheapest flights from SAN 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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with Alaska Airlines and fly straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to TPA?
Currently, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from SAN to TPA is Southwest Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $94. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on October 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
On average, you can take your pick of 5 direct flights taking off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) per week. If you can't see one that works for your schedule, consider booking a flight that includes a layover. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops and select the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The 2 PM departures from SAN to TPA see the highest demand. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save on your fare, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to TPA?
If you travel on a Sunday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The first flight of the day taking off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 2:00PM UTC-8. Catch this flight and you'll reach Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 9:31PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 4h 31m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Flights from SAN to TPA have an average travel time of 4 hours and 31 minutes. The distance between the two is 2,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to TPA?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) without any interruptions. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To arrive at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) on time, pick a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The likelihood 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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you're taking a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa, Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SAN to TPA are typically more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to TPA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SAN to TPA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Typically, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your SAN to TPA flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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