$57 Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Diego (SAN)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $57 for one-way flights and $140 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Wed, Jul 30
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$140 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $140 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 3
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$147 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $147 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$153 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $153 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Fri, Aug 1
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$160 Roundtrip, just found
$160
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $160 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Fri, Aug 1
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$161 Roundtrip, just found
$161
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $161 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jul 23 - Tue, Jul 29
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$162 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $162 found 21 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 25
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$170 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $170 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Jul 28 - Tue, Jul 29
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$180 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $180 found 8 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$227 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $227 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 18
TPA
Tampa
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Tampa to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $257 just found

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $110 - $184 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Diego (SAN)
Origin airport
Tampa Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$140
Distance
2083 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 50 mins

Tampa to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tampa to San Diego

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tampa to San Diego: 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 Tampa to San Diego

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 Tampa to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $57 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 Tampa to San Diego 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 Tampa to San Diego 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) start at $187. 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 TPA on July 26 2025 and touching down at SAN. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from TPA to SAN?
To land a cheap ticket, search for nonstop flights from TPA to SAN jetting off in November. You can find a one-way Southwest Airlines flight for $94 leaving on November 15 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When jetting out of Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), you can take a nonstop flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from TPA to SAN?
Fly from TPA to SAN with Southwest Airlines. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $94. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from TPA on September 20 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
On average you can take your pick of 5 direct flights every week from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). For more options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Enter your details on Expedia and then filter your search to include one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
More travelers fly between TPA and SAN at 8 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from TPA to SAN?
Jet off on a Friday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:17AM UTC-5, heading out of Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA). You'll be in the air for around 5h 35m, landing at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) at approximately 10:52AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
It takes about 5 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 2,100 mi from TPA to SAN.
What airline has the least delays from TPA to SAN?
Consider booking with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 80%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To land at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) without delays, select a flight that takes off from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) 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 San Diego from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Explore your flight options from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). This is the only San Diego airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from TPA to SAN are generally more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a TPA to SAN flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a TPA to SAN flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your TPA to SAN flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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