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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tampa to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 11:59 am
• Latest: departs at 6:51 pm and lands at 12:50 am.

The flight takes about 5h 59m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Tampa to San Francisco takes 5h 59m, covering 2,387 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Tampa to San Francisco range from $352 to $560, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $352 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the $434 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $278 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $461 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Tampa to San Francisco flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $379 to $2,098. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Tampa to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $187, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Tampa to San Francisco usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Tampa to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Tampa to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $406 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $563, a difference of $157.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Tampa and San Francisco.

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 10m, compared with 7h 34m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 7h 35m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

San Francisco is 3 hours behind Tampa (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Tampa to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

FreshenUp in the International Terminal offers nap rooms you can rent by the hour. The establishment is on Level G landside, and the rooms come equipped with a bed, desk, mirror, and free Wi-Fi. Showers are available at an additional cost. You can also stay at the Grand Hyatt at SFO, a hotel within airport grounds. To get to the hotel, you’ll have to take the AirTrain.

If you’re traveling with an infant, nursing rooms are available at SFO in Terminals 1 and 2. Just look out for the nursery and family restroom signs. You can also rent baby items, including strollers and car seats, from Cloud of Good at SFO. Just order online, and you’ll pick them up after your flight. SFO has also provided kid’s play areas for the older kids. You’ll find the play areas around Gates 22, 54A, 58B, 62, 87A, and Boarding Areas D and E.

SFO has provided barrier-free access by providing ramps throughout the public areas for easy access and elevators for getting to other levels. The airport has also provided companion care and accessible restrooms for people in wheelchairs. TTY telephones have been provided at the airport for the hard of hearing. SFO has audio and visual paging and screens throughout the airport. Tactile guide paths, braille-coded elevator buttons, and Aira services have been provided for low-vision passengers.

The BART is an efficient way of getting downtown or connecting to the CalTrain network. BART serves SFO, and you can board these trains at the International Terminal around Boarding Area G. SamTrans public buses also serve SFO. They operate three routes from SFO to San Mateo County and various parts of San Francisco. You can board these buses at the courtyards outside Terminals 2, 3, and the International Terminal. Taxis are available outside the arrivals area of all terminals, and you can pick up rental cars from the rental car center.