Best Price
Delta Air Lines
12 Nov, Thu
Tampa – San Diego
9h 30m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
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Quick Flight Summary from Tampa to San Diego
- Lowest recent price $149
- Direct flight duration 6 hour 49 min
- Arrival airports SAN / CLD / NKX / NZY
- Best days to book Wednesday, Thursday
- Average over the last 30 days $201
Cheapest flights from Tampa to San Diego
Delta Air Lines
13 Nov, Fri
Tampa – San Diego
7h 39m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Delta Air Lines
14 Nov, Sat
Tampa – San Diego
7h 33m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Delta Air Lines
17 Nov, Tue
Tampa – San Diego
7h 48m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Shortest Flight
Delta Air Lines
18 Nov, Wed
Tampa – San Diego
7h 18m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Delta Air Lines
19 Nov, Thu
Tampa – San Diego
8h 12m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Delta Air Lines
26 Nov, Thu
Tampa – San Diego
8h 33m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Delta Air Lines
20 Oct, Tue
Tampa – San Diego
8h 11m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Delta Air Lines
27 Oct, Tue
Tampa – San Diego
7h 19m
1 stop
TPA–SAN
Last update: 11 October 2026 23:14
Estimated Prices for Tampa to San Diego Flights
Cheapest Day12 November Thursday
Best Price
$149
Average Price
$201
$310
$149
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Transportation to Airport from Tampa City Center
Tampa Intl. Airport
You can easily get to the Tampa International Airport from the city center by taxi. If you prefer public transport, you can reach the airport by bus. Airport shuttle services are also available. Some hotels have their own shuttle services. If you have rented a car during your trip, you can also reach the airport by driving.
Bus
You can easily get to the airport from the city center by taking the bus number 15 in a very short time. One way ticket is 2$ per person.
Taxi
Taxi is a very common means of transportation throughout Tampa. You can easily find a taxi in the city center and easily arrive at the airport by paying 25$ on average. Each taxi have a taximeter and charges are standard. For this reason, you can be comfortable with the amount you will pay. You can talk to your hotel and ask the concierge service to arrange a taxi waiting for you at your departure time.
Rent a car
There are a lot of car rental offices in Tampa city center. For a comfortable trip, you can rent an affordable car and even get to the airport for your return flight by driving. You can rent a car online or you can ask your hotel to help you with this. You should remember that you need to have an international driver license or you need to have international driving permit in order to drive a car or motorbike in Tampa.
Airport Shuttle Services
Airport shuttle services consist of the air-conditioned, modern and comfortable buses that operate on a specific route and have a certain departure times. You are strongly recommended to get information about the closest shuttle stop and departure time in advance. You hotel can also help you with this. 3 piece of baggage are included in ticket price; if you have more baggage, you may be charged an extra fee for each. The price of these services is based on the distance. You can reach the airport from the city center by paying 25-35$ for airport shuttle service.
Hotel Shuttle Services
Many hotels in Tampa have their own airport shuttle services. In order to benefit from this service, you should contact your hotel beforehand to make sure that this service is available or not and make your reservation.
Airport Information
Tampa International Airport was referred to as the Drew Field Military Airport and used for military flights before the 1960s, when it has undergone major changes and begun to serve for civil flights. The airport had undertaken important duties during the World War II. Today, it stands out as a very modern and big airport. Tampa International Airport is located about 6 miles west to the city center. There is heavy air traffic in the city during which the tourism is the most active. The airport is often used as a transit hub and more than 100 flights a day are carried out during this busy period.
At the airport, the food and beverage areas are located at several different points including many bars, restaurants and cafes that appeal to different tastes. There are also many souvenir shops, accessory shops, clothing stores, cosmetic and duty-free shops. Free wi-fi service is available throughout the airport.
Transportation to San Diego City Center from Airport
San Diego Intl. Airport
an Diego International Airport is 5 kilometers away from the city center. It is only 10 minutes away from the city. There are many options for airport transportation. If you want to take advantage of these options, you can benefit from shuttle services, metro-bus or taxi.
Airport Shuttle Services
There are shuttle services from the airport to the city center. Shuttle fee per person is 15 dollars. You can easily reach the city center using these services.
Metro-Bus
One of the most preferred options for transportation is the metro-bus type vehicles, also known as “The Flyer”. The shuttle departs from the airport every 10 minutes. The metro-bus vehicles also have special rooms designed for you to put your luggage. So, you can reach the city center affordably and comfortably.
Taxi
Taxi is the most widely used means of transport in airport transfer. You can easily reach wherever you want, whether it is your hotel or anywhere in the city center. The taxi fare is usually low for the near neighborhoods. However, it is worth noting that you also need to tip the taxi driver up to 15% of the overall fare.
Rent a car
Although San Diego is a very big city, there is not much traffic problem in the city. With this in mind, you can rent a car. You can benefit from the companies at the airport such as Avis, National and Hertz as well as the companies at the city center.
San Diego Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Sunday
11 Oct
22°19°
Today
Monday
12 Oct
21°15°
Tuesday
13 Oct
22°14°
Wednesday
14 Oct
26°19°
Thursday
15 Oct
30°21°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When you search for Tampa-San Diego flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Tampa-San Diego flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Tampa-San Diego flights?
Which airports can I use for Tampa-San Diego flights?
For Tampa-San Diego flights, you can use Peter O. Knight Airport, Saint Pete Clearwater Intl. Airport, Tampa Intl. Airport as departure airport, and San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Tampa-San Diego and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Tampa-San Diego and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Tampa-San Diego is 3361 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 10 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Tampa-San Diego flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Tampa-San Diego flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Tampa-San Diego flights is Tuesday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Tampa-San Diego?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Tampa-San Diego?
Delta Air Lines organizes direct flights between Tampa-San Diego.
Tampa-San Diego: which airline is better value on this route?
Tampa-San Diego: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Delta Air Lines starts from approximately $127.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Delta Air Lines | $127 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
 American Airlines | $195 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / In-flight Entertainment |
 Alaska Airlines | $422 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage |
Last update: 11.10.2026
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