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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $211. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

San Francisco.$210 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 19, returning Wed, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Wed, Aug 19, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $210, select.

San Francisco.$210 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 21, returning Tue, Jul 28.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Jul 21, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $210, select.

San Francisco.$211 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 9, returning Wed, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Jun 10, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.

San Francisco.$211 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 27, returning Wed, Aug 12.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Wed, May 27, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Aug 12, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.

San Francisco.$211 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 28, returning Tue, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $211, select.

San Francisco.$216 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 29, returning Tue, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Fri, May 29, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.

San Francisco.$224 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 27, returning Tue, Sep 1.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Thu, Aug 27, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $224, select.

San Francisco.$230 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 10, returning Tue, Jul 14.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Wed, Jun 10, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jul 14, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $230, select.

San Francisco.$230 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 1, returning Thu, Sep 3.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Thu, Sep 3, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $230, select.

San Francisco.$231 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 25, returning Wed, May 27.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Mon, May 25, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, May 27, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.

San Francisco.$245 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 23, returning Thu, Aug 13.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Jun 23, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Thu, Aug 13, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.

San Francisco.$304 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 28, returning Wed, Jul 1.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Thu, May 28, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.

San Francisco.$314 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 14, returning Sat, Sep 5.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Thu, May 14, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Sep 5, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.

San Francisco.$329 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Tue, Oct 20.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Tampa International on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Oct 20, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.

San Francisco.$349 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 28, returning Mon, Oct 5.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Tampa International on Mon, Sep 28, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Oct 5, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $349, select.

San Francisco.$349 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 7, returning Mon, Aug 10.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Tampa International on Fri, Aug 7, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Aug 10, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $349, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Tampa to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Tampa to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Tampa to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$210
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	5 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	92

Finding cheap flights from Tampa to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Tampa to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Tampa to San Francisco International is $210. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International?

5 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from Tampa to San Francisco International?

United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from Tampa to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from Tampa to San Francisco International?

There are 46 flights per week flying from Tampa to San Francisco International, as of May 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 43 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Traveling from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know

Tampa's main airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA). Check out your departure options from this terminal when searching for your flights from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours. That's the average time for a direct Tampa to San Francisco International Airport flight.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Tampa. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco.
The most popular route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), with 16 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from TPA to SFO is the 7am United Airlines service. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 7:17pm with United Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Tampa to SFO.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like March? Popular periods (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Tampa International Airport (TPA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from TPA, you can catch a direct flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport with United Airlines.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between TPA and SFO is United.
With an impressive 86.18% of services landing on schedule, United is the most punctual carrier on this route.
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Tampa International Airport:
78% of flights leaving from Tampa International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

You can arrive at PIE from the center of Tampa in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your Tampa to SFO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
The address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Tampa to San Francisco International Airport flight.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

From San Francisco International Airport, central San Francisco is around 21 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city center by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

$105 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport. A return flight starts at $210. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to SFO, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Tampa to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Tampa to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

July is the busiest month for flights from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Visit San Francisco in December for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Tampa to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).

More about San Francisco

Start your San Francisco trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to San Francisco International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in San Francisco when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Golden Gate Bridge followed by Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.

Explore more of the United States

San Francisco will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometers east of San Francisco, a trip to Fresno will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Sacramento is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometers northeast of San Francisco. No journey is complete without experiencing California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.