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

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 70% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

44 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Tampa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 04m.

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $208.

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

As of December 2025, 6 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Tampa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 73% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Tampa?

United Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tampa from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tampa. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Tampa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 56m.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Tampa flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Southwest and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Tampa

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Tampa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Tampa delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between San Francisco and Tampa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 117 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tampa Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tampa Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from San Francisco, with most prices found around $389. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $399.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Tampa is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Tampa on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $435. 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 $540.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Tampa is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $369. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $563 on average. Flights to Tampa from San Francisco in the afternoon 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 Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tampa for around $445 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tampa from San Francisco for as low as $383 on momondo.

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

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Tampa flights are approximately 39% 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 Francisco in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Tampa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $375.

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The distance between San Francisco and Tampa is about 2394.6 mi. 5h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport?
There are 8 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Tampa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tampa Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tampa Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Tampa is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (45.75% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 (33.25%), Boeing 737-900 (18.08%), and Embraer 175 (0.61%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Tampa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Tampa is United Airlines (73% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (10%), Delta (6%), and Frontier (5%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $127	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,081 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,190 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $231	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,249 reviews	Search Southwest flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $253	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,896 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,476 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,091 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Tampa
Across 6 United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Tampa this week, the average price was $471, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $289 round-trip. 9,092 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

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As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Tampa flights are approximately 39% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How often are flights from San Francisco to Tampa delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between San Francisco and Tampa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Tampa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Tampa flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 70% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $208.

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

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 56m.

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

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 04m.

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

As of December 2025, 6 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Tampa each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 73% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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

44 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Tampa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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