How many flights depart from San Diego to Tampa on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Diego and Tampa is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 66% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Diego and Tampa?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Diego to Tampa?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $365.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Tampa on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from San Diego to Tampa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 30% of flights taking off on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Diego to Tampa?

Flights connecting via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 42m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Tampa?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Tampa

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Diego to Tampa?

Houston (IAH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 59m.

What airlines fly to Tampa?

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tampa from San Diego according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tampa. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Tampa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport?

There are 8 operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tampa Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tampa Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from San Diego, with most prices found around $279. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of August, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $298.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tampa?

The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to Tampa is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Tampa on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $316. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Tampa on Sunday is $499.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Tampa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Tampa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $337. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $407 on average. Flights to Tampa from San Diego in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Tampa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tampa from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tampa for around $350 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tampa from San Diego for as low as $276 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Tampa flights?

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Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Tampa flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Tampa flight.

How have San Diego to Tampa flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for San Diego to Tampa flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Tampa from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $118. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Tampa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $277.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Tampa takes 4h 20m

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How far is San Diego to Tampa by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Diego to Tampa is 2084.5 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport?
There are 8 operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Tampa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tampa Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tampa Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and Tampa, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 49.81% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 12.17%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 12.17%, and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) with 8.75%.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Tampa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Diego to Tampa is Alaska Airlines (36% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (21%), Southwest (15%), and Hawaiian Airlines (9%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $127	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,074 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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Southwest Flights From San Diego to Tampa
Across 4 Southwest flights from San Diego to Tampa this week, the average price was $352, with the best Southwest deals starting from $188 round-trip. 4,256 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
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Alaska Airlines (8.0/10 from 11,517 reviews) operates around 3 flights from San Diego to Tampa in any given week. The average Alaska Airlines airfare for this route is around $385, with deals from around $219 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Diego to Tampa flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from San Diego, with most prices found around $279. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of August, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $298.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Tampa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Tampa flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Tampa flight.

How have San Diego to Tampa flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for San Diego to Tampa flights are approximately 41% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Tampa?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Tampa

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Diego and Tampa?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Diego to Tampa?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $365.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Diego to Tampa?

Flights connecting via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 42m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Diego to Tampa?

Houston (IAH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 59m.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Tampa on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Diego and Tampa is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 66% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Tampa on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from San Diego to Tampa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 30% of flights taking off on this day.

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