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Cheapest round-trip
$180
Typical prices: $302-$439
Frontier
Tue 9/15Tue 9/22
SAT - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$268
Typical prices: $375-$534
Southwest
Mon 10/26Fri 10/30
SAT - TPA • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 26m
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Cheapest • Avg $197 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Tampa (SAT-TPA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Antonio to Tampa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Tampa

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:20 pm - 4:53 pmSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
19h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
14h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$180Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:20 pm - 12:26 amSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
27h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
14h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$180Frontier
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 2
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8:26 pm - 5:32 amSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
8h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 4:13 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
4h 23m1 stop Pensacola
$192Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
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5:38 pm - 10:45 pmSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
4h 07m1 stop Pensacola
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9:02 pm - 7:25 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
23h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$194Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
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4:40 pm - 11:05 pmSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
5h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:30 pm - 10:03 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
5h 33m1 stop Miami
$227American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:00 pm - 12:18 amSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
6h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:51 pm - 12:33 amTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
6h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:45 am - 12:44 pmSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:43 pm - 12:33 amTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
7h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:00 am - 6:05 pmSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
10h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Albany Intl
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5:45 am - 11:00 amTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
6h 15m1 stop Houston Hobby
$232Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:50 am - 2:50 pmSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
7h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Louisville Intl
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3:00 pm - 11:00 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
9h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Lambert-St Louis
$237Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:00 pm - 12:35 amSAT  San Antonio-TPA Tampa
5h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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10:36 am - 5:10 pmTPA  Tampa-SAT San Antonio
7h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$256American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Antonio to Tampa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Antonio to Tampa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Tampa?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Antonio to Tampa departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Tampa from San Antonio usually cost between $256 and $457 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $180 on Frontier (Sep 15-Sep 22).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Tampa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Antonio to Tampa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Tampa on a Monday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to San Antonio, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Tampa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Antonio to Tampa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Antonio to Tampa is February, where tickets cost $313 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $439 and $432 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Antonio to Tampa?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $417, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Antonio to Tampa?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Antonio to Tampa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Antonio to Tampa, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Antonio to Tampa

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on TPA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAT

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Antonio to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Antonio to Tampa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Antonio to Tampa

  • What is the most preferred means of transport to the city center from the Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    The quickest way to go from the Tampa International Airport into downtown Tampa is via a taxi or a private shuttle. The only services that can take you from the airport to your doorstep are taxis and private shuttles.

  • Are there rental car services inside the Tampa Airport?

    At the Tampa International Airport, you may choose from one of four terminals: one on the ground and three in the air. The airport's SkyConnect people mover provides passengers with easy access to the new four-story rental vehicle facility, where they may choose from a wide selection of rental car companies, including Alamo, Avis, and Hertz.

  • How early should you arrive at the San Antonio airport (SAT)?

    Those with flights before 7:30 am should be there at least 2h ahead of time, while those with flights after that time should get there at least 1h and 30minahead of time.

  • Are there parking lots inside the San Antonio airport (SAT)?

    The Parking Division is on call at all times, day and night, every day of the year. Each parking lot has enough lighting, and the lot is monitored often by security services. In addition, the SAT parking facilities feature parking spots that are accessible to those who use wheelchairs for easy navigation and convenience.

  • How many flights are there between San Antonio and Tampa per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from San Antonio and lands in Tampa, with an average flight time of 2h 26m. The most common departure time is 2:00 pm and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 6 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Antonio to Tampa?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Antonio to Tampa was $95 for a one-way ticket and $180 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Antonio and Tampa?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Antonio to Tampa?

    San Antonio and Tampa are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Antonio from San Antonio and will be arriving at Tampa.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Antonio to Tampa?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Antonio to Tampa flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Antonio to Tampa?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Antonio to Tampa flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Antonio to Tampa?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Antonio and Tampa, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Antonio to Tampa?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from San Antonio to Tampa on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Antonio to Tampa, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Antonio to Tampa are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $246 and an overall rating of 8.2, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $410 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Antonio to Tampa?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Antonio to Tampa.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Antonio to Tampa?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tampa from San Antonio is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Antonio to Tampa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tampa with an airline and back to San Antonio with another airline. Booking your flights between San Antonio and TPA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Antonio to Tampa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tampa from San Antonio up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Antonio to Tampa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $335 or less one-way and $372 or less round-trip.
  • You can enter the following airport lounges at San Antonio International Airport (SAT) if you are flying in economy class, provided that you are prepared to pay either for a day pass, an annual membership, or the cash price at the front desk. It may be found on the airside of Terminal B, between Gates B3 and B5.
  • The Terminal A Lactation Room at the San Antonio International Airport is designed specifically for nursing mothers traveling and is situated at Gates A14-16. Everyone who is a mother who is either nursing their baby or pumping their breast milk is allowed to remain in the room
  • There are facilities for pets to relieve themselves both within and outside the San Antonio International Airport terminals. Near the gates of each terminal's concourse are pet rest zones behind the security checkpoints.
  • The Main Terminal at the Tampa Airport (TPA) serves as the airport's hub, while the other four terminals (A, C, E, and F) make up the airport's spokes. Tampa Airport is a medium-sized airport with an effective hub-and-spoke arrangement. Every airport has its food court, shopping sections, and spaces for boarding gates. The Main Terminal, parking garages, and rental car sections are all accessible by the automated monorail system known as SkyConnect.
  • At both TPA and SAT, customer service is a top priority. Anyone working at the airport may approach a traveler at any moment before, during, or after their engagement with service to answer questions or provide assistance. Employees may lead passengers to the wheelchair rental counter or provide them with an overview of the airport's various amenities. The host may provide assistance to the visitor if they ask for it.

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