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

Charlotte (CLT) was the most common stop: 63% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Frontier and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Tampa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

5 flights are operational daily from Tampa to San Francisco as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 73% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 21m.

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

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

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

Flights via Austin (AUS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $223.

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

Sun Country Air and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Tampa to San Francisco

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

38 flights are operational weekly from Tampa to San Francisco as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport is 6 as of November 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of January, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $389.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Tampa to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $521. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $981.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Tampa to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $388. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,111.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Tampa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $408 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Tampa for as low as $373 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Tampa to San Francisco flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Tampa in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from Tampa to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $397.

The fastest flight from Tampa to San Francisco takes 5h 56m

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How far is Tampa to San Francisco by plane?
The distance between Tampa and San Francisco is about 2394.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 56m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport is 6 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tampa Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Tampa to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tampa and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 9, making up 43.58% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 40.14%, Boeing 737-900 with 10.49%, and Boeing 737-800 with 1.81%.
What is the most popular airline from Tampa to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Tampa to San Francisco is United Airlines (70% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Delta (10%), American Airlines (9%), and Frontier (5%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,101 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $241	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,253 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,039 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,003 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,359 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,049 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Tampa to San Francisco
Across 3 Southwest flights from Tampa to San Francisco this week, the average price was $417, with the best Southwest deals starting from $241 round-trip. 4,253 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Tampa to San Francisco
The best United Airlines deal for Tampa to San Francisco flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $289, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $433 round-trip. United Airlines operates 15 flights out of Tampa into San Francisco in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 9,049 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of January, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $389.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Tampa to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $521. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $981.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Tampa to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $388. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,111.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Tampa to San Francisco flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Sun Country Air and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Tampa to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

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

Charlotte (CLT) was the most common stop: 63% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Austin (AUS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $223.

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

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 21m.

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

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

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

5 flights are operational daily from Tampa to San Francisco as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 73% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

38 flights are operational weekly from Tampa to San Francisco as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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