$74 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Tampa (TPA)

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $74 for one-way flights and $123 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Mar 2
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$123 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $123 found 23 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 31
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$128 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $128 found 23 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 20
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$133 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $133 found 20 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Mar 2
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$136 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $136 found 23 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 25
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$145 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 15 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $145 found 23 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$148 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 31 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $148 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 19
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$151 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $151 found 23 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Feb 2
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$156 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $156 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 20
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$158 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $158 found 20 hours ago
United
Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, Feb 7
SAN
San Diego
TPA
Tampa
$180 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from San Diego to Tampa, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $180 found 23 hours ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $123 - $220 per traveler.

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 $338
TPA
Tampa Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $338
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, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$123
Distance
2083 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 28 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 February. 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 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $74 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?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $74 or cheap return flight from $123 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to TPA is February, when demand is low. Off-peak months are generally when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SAN to TPA, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
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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