TPA - SJC

$134 Find Cheap Flights from Tampa to San Jose

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$292
Overall average: $418
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/5Mon 3/9
TPA - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $161-$243
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3
TPA - SJC • 3 stops
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Alaska Airlines
Cheapest • from $292 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Tampa to San Jose (TPA-SJC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Tampa to San Jose 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 Tampa to San Jose

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 2:16 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 26m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:31 pm
SJC
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TPA
7h 46m
1 stop
$292Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Mar 2
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 12:39 pm
TPA
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SJC
10h 14m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:35 pm - 11:33 am
SJC
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TPA
9h 58m
1 stop
$301Delta
Fri, Mar 27 - Mon, Mar 30
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 9:33 pm
TPA
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SJC
10h 48m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:25 pm - 8:52 am
SJC
-
TPA
11h 27m
2 stops
$306Delta
Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 10:02 pm
TPA
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SJC
11h 17m
2 stops
Delta Logo
3:37 pm - 5:58 am
SJC
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TPA
11h 21m
2 stops
$312Delta
Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:36 am - 12:03 pm
TPA
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SJC
29h 27m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:43 pm - 7:20 am
SJC
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TPA
8h 37m
1 stop
$322Alaska Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:42 pm
TPA
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SJC
9h 37m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 9:58 pm
SJC
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TPA
8h 23m
1 stop
$336Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:50 pm
TPA
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SJC
9h 50m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 9:54 pm
SJC
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TPA
28h 33m
1 stop
$340Alaska Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Sun, May 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:59 pm - 11:37 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 38m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:19 pm
SJC
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TPA
8h 19m
1 stop
$341Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Mar 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 9:47 am
TPA
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SJC
27h 57m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 11:31 pm
SJC
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TPA
29h 38m
1 stop
$342Alaska Airlines
Sat, Mar 28 - Tue, Mar 31
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 11:20 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 3:55 pm
SJC
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TPA
6h 55m
1 stop
$348Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Tampa to San Jose flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to San Jose, 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 Tampa to San Jose is September, where tickets cost $314 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $577 and $418 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Tampa to San Jose, 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 Tampa to San Jose, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 48% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$134
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Tampa to San Jose

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FAQs for booking flights from Tampa to San Jose

  • What is the luggage allowance on Alaska Airlines flights from Tampa to San Jose?

    Alaska Airlines allows passengers to carry one carry-on bag and one personal item per passenger onboard flights from Tampa to San Jose. The airline also allows passengers to check up to two bags. The maximum weight per checked bag is 50 lbs and the maximum dimensions are 62 linear inches. Oversized baggage and additional bags may incur extra fees.

  • What services are offered by Spirit Airlines to economy-class passengers on flights from Tampa to San Jose?

    Spirit Airlines does not offer in-flight entertainment, but passengers can bring their devices such as tablets, laptops, and smartphones to access the internet. The airline provides Wi-Fi onboard for a fee and passengers can purchase snacks and drinks on the flight for an additional fee.

  • What seat selection options are available on United Airlines flights from Tampa to San Jose?

    Standard economy seats are available to passengers for free on United Airlines flights. Passengers can select their preferred seat during the booking process or at check-in. United Airlines also offers Economy Plus seats with extra legroom. These seats are usually located in the front of the economy cabin or in the exit rows, offering more space for passengers.

  • What transit options are available from San Jose Airport (SJC) to the city center?

    Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) operates several bus services from San Jose Airport, including route 10 which travels to Santa Clara Transit Center. The journey time is around 30–45 minutes. Caltrain is a commuter rail service that connects San Jose Airport to San Francisco and Gilroy. Passengers can take the free VTA Airport Flyer shuttle from the airport to the Santa Clara Caltrain Station and then take the Caltrain to the desired destination. Caltrain fare varies based on the distance traveled.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tampa to San Jose was $134 for a one-way ticket and $292 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

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

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tampa to San Jose, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tampa to San Jose are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $415 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $354 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Tampa to San Jose.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Jose from Tampa 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 Tampa to San Jose?

    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 San Jose with an airline and back to Tampa with another airline. Booking your flights between Tampa and SJC 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 Tampa to San Jose?

    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 San Jose from Tampa 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 Tampa to San Jose

  • Flights from Tampa (TPA) to San Jose (SJC) have layovers in different cities depending on the airline you choose. Some common layovers for these flights include Atlanta (ATL), Phoenix (PHX), Las Vegas (LAS), Dallas (DFW), Minneapolis (MSP), and Denver (DEN).
  • American Airlines permits parents to bring their FAA-approved car seat or harness for their child on board flights from Tampa to San Jose. The airline also provides a vast collection of in-flight movies, games, and TV shows that cater to children of different ages.
  • United Airlines offers cabin mobility aids such as aisle chairs, lift devices, and Transfer Slings to help passengers move around the cabin on flights from Tampa to San Jose. The airline offers in-flight assistance for passengers with special needs, including assistance with meal service, medication management, and using the restroom.
  • Frontier Airlines small pets on flights from Tampa to San Jose. The airline charges a fee for pets that travel in the cabin or as checked baggage and the fees vary depending on the type of pet and whether it is traveling in the cabin or as checked baggage.
  • Delta Air Lines offers flights from Tampa to San Jose and operates fuel-efficient engines that are designed to reduce fuel burn and emissions. The airline also encourages its pilots to use a single engine during taxiing, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Tampa to San Jose

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Tampa to San Jose. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4268 reviews
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
Airline reviews

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
SFO - SAN
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3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Everything was absolutely wonderful from check in to baggage claim. Staff was very professional and sweet. Will definitely recommend United to family and friends.

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

They charged a fee for 1st bag checked. Others in same party were free.

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

Boarding was organized and timely. Food was mediocre, especially for first class travel.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

We are too tired and frustrated to comment politely at this point

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

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