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Tampa.160 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 160 €, select.
Tampa.160 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 160 €, select.
Tampa.160 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 160 €, select.
Tampa.172 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 172 €, select.
Tampa.174 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 174 €, select.
Tampa.176 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 176 €, select.
Tampa.193 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 193 €, select.
Tampa.193 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Tampa International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 193 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from 193 €
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from 172 €
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San Diego to Tampa: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found160 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week25

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

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Tampa is 160 €. 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.
4 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Tampa.
Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from San Diego International to Tampa.
As of October 2025, there are 25 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Tampa is usually October.
If you're flying from San Diego International Airport, the cheapest airport near Tampa is Tampa International – which is 8.0 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from 160 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Tampa on Friday, 31 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 36 minutes.
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 Tampa 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In October, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa.

  • The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most traveled route, with seven departures a week to choose from. You can travel from SAN to TPA at 08:40 with Alaska Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your SAN to Tampa flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct San Diego International Airport to Tampa tickets are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll be landing.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Alaska Airlines. This airline has direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Tampa.

  • Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tampa

  • The best price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Tampa flight is 80 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 160 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SAN to Tampa.

  • June is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on San Diego International Airport to Tampa tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Finding a cheap flight from SAN to Tampa couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Tampa.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Tampa International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and discover more of Tampa and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tampa International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SAN to Tampa.

  • You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • The centre of Tampa is about 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.

  • The journey will take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SAN to Tampa flight:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from PIE before your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.

  • The address for St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Tampa

  • Visit Tampa in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Tampa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Lock in a San Diego International Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SAN to Tampa in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

More about Tampa

  • After booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tampa:

  • Tampa Riverwalk and Ybor City Tattoo Company are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Tampa travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Florida Aquarium.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Tampa, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa, Miami is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.

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