Cheap flights from Tampa to San Diego
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Tampa to San Diego and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $258 | Frontier1 stop13 hrThu, Sep 10 — Wed, Sep 16 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego is currently $258 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $129 | Frontier1 stop9 hrThu, Sep 10 | The cheapest one-way flight from Tampa to San Diego is currently $129 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $327 | AlaskaNonstop6 hrThu, Sep 10 — Wed, Sep 16 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego is currently $327 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $443 | Frontier1 stop12 hrThu, Aug 13 — Sun, Aug 16 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Tampa to San Diego is currently $443 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $516 | Frontier1 stop22 hrThu, Oct 22 — Wed, Oct 28 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego is currently $516 |
| Fastest flight | 4 hr 52 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Tampa to San Diego takes 4 hr 52 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Tampa to San Diego per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to San Diego is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: $175–290 |
|---|---|
| July Most expensive | Typical prices: $245–340 |
Popular airlines from Tampa to San Diego
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Tampa to San Diego in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $327Typical price: $260–4954 weekly nonstop flightsTPA - SANEvery Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun746 weekly connecting flightsTPA - SANEvery day
- Americanfrom $347Typical price: $255–480414 weekly connecting flightsTPA - SANEvery day
- Deltafrom $347Typical price: $255–610375 weekly connecting flightsTPA - SANEvery day
- AlaskaNonstopfrom $327Typical price: $275–5607 weekly nonstop flightsTPA - SANEvery day14 weekly connecting flightsTPA - SANEvery day
- Unitedfrom $342Typical price: $255–500211 weekly connecting flightsTPA - SANEvery day
- JetBluefrom $479Typical price: $490–1,10042 weekly connecting flightsTPA - SANEvery day
Popular airports near Tampa
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Tampa center and popularity with travelers.
- Tampa International Airport (TPA)TampaUnited States12 min4 mi
- St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)TampaUnited States20 min14 mi
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)OrlandoUnited States1 hr 24 min77 mi
- Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)SarasotaUnited States59 min39 mi
Popular airports near San Diego
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from San Diego center and popularity with travelers.
- San Diego International Airport (SAN)San DiegoUnited States11 min2 mi
- Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)TijuanaMexico35 min16 mi
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Los AngelesUnited States2 hr 3 min111 mi
- John Wayne Airport (SNA)Santa AnaUnited States1 hr 21 min78 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Tampa to San Diego
The cheapest flights from Tampa to San Diego are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $175 to $290.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $258. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $129.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Tampa to San Diego is $327, flying from Oct 22 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest American flight from Tampa to San Diego is $347, flying from Oct 22 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Tampa to San Diego is $347, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Tampa to San Diego is $327, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
- The cheapest United flight from Tampa to San Diego is $342, flying from Oct 29 to Nov 4.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from Tampa to San Diego is $479, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 23.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego starts at $258 from Thu, Sep 10 to Wed, Sep 16. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $129 and departs on Thu, Sep 10.
4 hr 52 min is the shortest flight time from Tampa to San Diego.
Jun–Aug is when most people visit San Diego, where the weather's temperate year-round. Beaches are less crowded Dec–Feb, which bring cooler temperatures but brighter sun. Whale-watching season is from mid-Dec–mid-Mar. Major annual events include Comic-Con International (Jul), a massive comic book convention with workshops and film screenings. Fleet Week (autumn) is a large military appreciation event featuring Navy ship tours, an air show and more.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Tampa to San Diego.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Tampa to San Diego really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Tampa to San Diego.
In terms of nonstop flights, Alaska is the most popular. Alaska offers 7 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 4 nonstop flights and 746 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Other popular airlines flying from Tampa to San Diego are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Alaska is the most popular. Alaska offers 7 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 4 nonstop flights and 746 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Other popular airlines flying from Tampa to San Diego are:
- American offers 414 connecting flights per week. American flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
- Delta offers 375 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
- United offers 211 connecting flights per week. United flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
- JetBlue offers 42 connecting flights per week. JetBlue flies from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tampa to San Diego recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $258. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $129.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Tampa to San Diego is $327, flying from Oct 22 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest American flight from Tampa to San Diego is $347, flying from Oct 22 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Tampa to San Diego is $347, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Tampa to San Diego is $327, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 16.
- The cheapest United flight from Tampa to San Diego is $342, flying from Oct 29 to Nov 4.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from Tampa to San Diego is $479, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 23.
Alaska and Southwest fly direct from Tampa to San Diego.
- There are 4 Southwest direct flights from Tampa to San Diego per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
- There are 7 Alaska direct flights from Tampa to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tampa and San Diego at price $443 is offered by Frontier from Thu, Aug 13 to Sun, Aug 16.
Alaska and Southwest fly direct from Tampa to San Diego.
- There are 4 Southwest direct flights from Tampa to San Diego per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
- There are 7 Alaska direct flights from Tampa to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Tampa to San Diego on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Tampa and San Diego start at $327 from Thu, Sep 10 to Wed, Sep 16 with Alaska.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Tampa to San Diego, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Tampa and San Diego start at $516 from Thu, Oct 22 to Wed, Oct 28 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Tampa and San Diego start at $258 from Thu, Sep 10 to Wed, Sep 16.
To book business class trips from Tampa to San Diego, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Tampa and San Diego starts at $443 from Thu, Aug 13 to Sun, Aug 16 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tampa and San Diego at price $443 is offered by Frontier from Thu, Aug 13 to Sun, Aug 16.
To find last-minute flight deals from Tampa to San Diego, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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