Flights from San Francisco to Tampa
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Tampa

Track economy fares on the SFO → TPA route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
San Francisco
SFO
To
Tampa
TPA

Route Intelligence: San Francisco → Tampa

Flight Duration

5 hr 31 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Nov-Mar

Top Airlines

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: San Francisco → Tampa

From
San Francisco (SFO)
To
Tampa (TPA)
Duration
5 hr 31 min (Direct)
Airlines
United Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
Tracking
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Route Briefing: San Francisco to Tampa

Escaping California for Florida's Gulf Coast takes 5 hours and 5 minutes on a direct 2,393-mile flight. United Airlines and Delta operate daily flights into Tampa International Airport (TPA).

Tampa offers a sunny mix of historic neighborhoods, waterfront entertainment, and easy access to award-winning Gulf beaches. Tour the historic brick cigar factories and sample an authentic Cuban sandwich in Ybor City, stroll along the scenic Tampa Riverwalk, and explore the bustling Armature Works food hall. The sugar-white sands and calm turquoise waters of Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach are just a short drive across the bay.

Roundtrip economy fares under $150 are a great catch, with standard pricing ranging from $220 to $340. High season runs from November through March when winter sun-seekers arrive in Florida. Book 4 to 8 weeks in advance for the best economy rates.

How much are flights from San Francisco to Tampa in 2026?

Flight prices from San Francisco (SFO) to Tampa (TPA) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include United Airlines, Alaska Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track San Francisco to Tampa fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the SFO to TPA route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Tampa destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: San Francisco to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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