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Flight deals from San Diego International to Tampa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$248. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.C$132 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 24.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon., Aug. 24, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$132, select.
Tampa.C$132 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 30.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu., Jul. 30, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$132, select.
Tampa.C$132 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 8.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon., Jun. 8, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$132, select.
Tampa.C$182 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 24.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sun., May 24, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$182, select.
Tampa.C$192 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 6.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri., Nov. 6, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$192, select.
Tampa.C$192 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 21.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed., Oct. 21, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$192, select.
Tampa.C$192 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 30.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed., Sep. 30, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$192, select.
Tampa.C$204 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 5.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed., Aug. 5, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$204, select.
Tampa.C$205 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 21.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue., Jul. 21, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$205, select.
Tampa.C$232 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 30.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed., Sep. 30, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$232, select.
Tampa.C$232 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 21.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed., Oct. 21, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$232, select.
Tampa.C$245 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 18.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed., Nov. 18, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$245, select.
Tampa.C$252 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 24.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu., Dec. 24, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$252, select.
Tampa.C$271 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 16.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue., Jun. 16, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$271, select.
Tampa.C$273 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 24.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu., Dec. 24, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$273, select.
Tampa.C$277 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 31.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun., May 31, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$277, select.

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

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 June.
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Which airlines fly from San Diego International to Tampa?

Alternative San Diego International to Tampa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Diego International to Tampa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tampa Peter O'Knight

4km from central Tampa
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Tampa International

8km from central Tampa
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St. Pete–Clearwater International

22km from central Tampa
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Lakeland

44km from central Tampa
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Sarasota

62km from central Tampa
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San Diego to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$132
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week14

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 C$248. 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 42 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Tampa.
Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from San Diego International to Tampa.
As of May 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Tampa is usually June.
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 C$248.
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 Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 42 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 26°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 Alaska Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

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

  • Approximately 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa.

  • Tampa is 3 hours ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located. Tampa operates on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • With 7 weekly flights between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:15. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SAN to TPA is with Southwest Airlines at 12:50.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from SAN to Tampa. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer and spring break.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa that arrives at Tampa International Airport (TPA).

  • Keep your eyes peeled for offers from Alaska Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Tampa.

  • Once you've booked flight tickets from San Diego International Airport to Tampa, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.

  • After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near SAN. Whether you have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

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

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Tampa is C$132. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$248. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAN to Tampa.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Tampa is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from SAN to Tampa is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Tampa, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is around 29 kilometres from central Tampa. After your flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa, it'll take you around 23 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.

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

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Tampa. To escape the crowds, head for Tampa in May when things are quieter.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Tampa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from SAN to Tampa around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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