TPA - SJC

$129 Find Cheap Flights from Tampa to San Jose

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Cheapest round-trip
$250
Typical prices: $444-$294
Frontier
Wed 5/27Sat 5/30
TPA - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $155-$238
Delta
Wed 6/3
TPA - SJC • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $250 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $270 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 10m (one-way)
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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

Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30
Frontier Logo
10:53 pm - 7:36 am
TPA
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SJC
11h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:12 pm - 5:41 am
SJC
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TPA
12h 29m
1 stop
$250Frontier
Sat, May 30 - Mon, Jun 8
Frontier Logo
10:53 pm - 7:36 am
TPA
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SJC
11h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:12 pm - 5:41 am
SJC
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TPA
12h 29m
1 stop
$255Frontier
Thu, May 28 - Tue, Jun 2
Delta Logo
5:26 am - 10:53 am
TPA
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SJC
8h 27m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 6:20 am
SJC
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TPA
9h 21m
1 stop
$257Delta
Wed, May 27 - Sun, Jun 7
Delta Logo
7:03 am - 2:09 pm
TPA
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SJC
10h 06m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 6:01 pm
SJC
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TPA
8h 01m
1 stop
$262Delta
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23
Delta Logo
11:10 am - 6:37 pm
TPA
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SJC
10h 27m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 5:38 am
SJC
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TPA
9h 33m
1 stop
$267Delta
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
4:52 pm - 10:32 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:33 pm
SJC
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TPA
8h 33m
1 stop
$274American Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:32 pm - 11:54 pm
TPA
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SJC
9h 22m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 4:09 pm
SJC
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TPA
20h 03m
1 stop
$277Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
4:52 pm - 10:32 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:25 pm
SJC
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TPA
11h 25m
2 stops
$279American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
4:52 pm - 10:32 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:25 pm
SJC
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TPA
11h 25m
2 stops
$280American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
4:52 pm - 10:32 pm
TPA
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SJC
8h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:33 pm
SJC
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TPA
8h 33m
1 stop
$289American Airlines
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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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Tampa to San Jose, California?

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

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 July, where tickets cost $312 (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 $511 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 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tampa to San Jose 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 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 $129 for a one-way ticket and $250 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 $405 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 $346 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 5 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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SouthwestOverall score based on 4314 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
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This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

8.0 ExcellentCheryl, Apr 2026
DEN - SBA
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This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

Long layover between flights to Long Island from BWI - need better coordination between flights

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

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

Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

The WiFi was horrific. I fly delta often and love their (usually reliable and free) WiFi. On this flight it was intermittent and when it did connect was extremely slow. I couldn’t get any work done while I was on the flight which was extremely frustrating. I was also in the exit row seat where there is now immediate seat in front of you, so while the leg room was nice, I couldn’t even watch the TV when the internet wasn’t working. Finally, for the last 20 mins of the flight, the announcement indicator came on the TV screens and took them over, even though no announcement was being made. Really disappointed.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

One of the flight attendants was a little cranky. I appreciated the free wifi and plug to charge my laptop

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

Staff at the check-in counter were friendly, happy and helpful. They tagged our bags and sent us to “bag drop off” but were not very clear about where that was. The airport was busy we headed off in what we thought was the right direction until a gentleman waved us down and actually came after us. He was the baggage handler for Delta and recognized our “deer in the headlights “ look-he brought us to the right area (which was marked as the Southwest Airlines Drop Off) and sent us on our way. Wonderful guy, low key and working with a big smile on his face. Loved it. Loved him.

Arlene was a great flight attendant. I also liked how one of the other flight attendants gave us a heads up about snacks and asked everyone to remove their headphones when it was their turn to order. Good idea.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

The flight was delayed from take off because only one runway was operational in San Francisco.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Packed in plane small uncomfortable seats elbow to elbow nobody wants to be in that situation for the money they paid

Checking in united could not figure out my star alliance gold. Baggage did not get marked priority and didn't receive boarding passes. When got to SFO lounge personal fixed everything Immediately

Flights were on time actually early service was good and crew cheerful

Flight left on time, arrived early, pleasant staff provided water, coffee, etc. access to bathrooms was reasonable and were well maintained. blankets were available, lots of entertainment options. LUGGAGE SERVICE WAS GREAT. I got my one checked bag quickly and was able to make a bus connection for a 2 hour bus ride saving me from waiting another 1.5 hours.

Terrible, if possible won't be flying again anytime soon!

Wonderful in-seat entertainment with seatback screens and huge selection of quality movies. The ability to bluetooth connect headphones was amazing.

Not having an assigned seat until boarding and then having to check my bag.

Flight emergency landed in Chicago due to “Odor” in back of plane . Had to buy ANOTHER TICKET to get to Boston cash out of my own pocket . Then they would notchange my return flight time without a 400. Charge!!!! Insulting.

I purchased ticket so our daughter ( a minor) can sit next to her mother. No help at gate after kayak insisted that this could be done. She ended sitting by herself

we were an hour delayed after boarding and given no reason. Headsets cost money. Also there were openrows with no one setting in them but we were told we were not allowed to swtich.

Terrible. There was a lot of misleading information regarding ticketing, seat upgrades, & boarding group. I also expect my seat will recline. I have back problems & it is very painful for me of the seat doesn’t recline. In addition, when I choose a fare that allows me a carry-on bag, I expect to be able to carry it on. Not be forced to check it. Thos happened on my flight to MCO & back to Boston. Not sure I will ever fly JetBlue again. Further I bought the ticket through hat deal. I will NEVER do that again. They were incapable of providing an accurate record locator # for either leg of the trip. I had to call them before each flight with me VERY stressed about whether I would actually be able to get on my flight. Who does that? Who books flight & then FAILS to give an accurate record locator? Twice!

The flight was delayed 4 hours and the JetBlue people at the counter kept lying to us and telling us it was due to weather however all other flights were going in and out of NY and FL. Then they lied that the plane had to stop to refuel. Then they lied and said the plane needed a tire change. JetBlue is the worst. Then they gave a lot of people meal vouchers however I didn’t know they did that and they didn’t offer anything to me.

Jet Blue has excellent everything, Friendly customer service and staff, clean aircraft’s and is always on time.

I was traveling with two small kids and our TV s were the only ones not working. Informed the flight attendant who did nothing about them.

I was especially impressed without efficiently the crew got passengers on and off. One of the stewards was slightly gruff, I thought. No big deal but that's what I noticed.

Onboard functioning wide-variety entertainment on a budget and having an open pantry is nice. Seats are not comfortable but go provide plenty of legroom for a 6'2" 260lbs man.

American delayed the flight for a crew rest period. The delay occurred late in the evening - the earliest i can find is 10:20 pm. With a 6 am flight anyone on the flight would have already have been asleep (unless you are insane, a vampire or on drugs) and at least for me i was already on the way to the airport at 445 am the next morning when i discovered they delayed the flight until 9 am. Given the incoming flight was in the air at 6 pm the evening before this should have been figured out a lot more timely that was there only crew to use. Just frustrating given there is no consideration for customer experience anymore in flying.

The seats need better cushioning for a nearly 5-hour flight, it was a bit uncomfortable. I'm glad American has free wi-fi but there were was a bout 30 minutes in the middle of the flight when there was no connection which was frustrating.

Flight: Started on time. Comfortable flight. Arrived on time. Crew: Very cordial and helpful. Drinks and snack was served with a smile. Overall enjoyed the trip. Regards, Hari Doss Chanchala Doss

To have arrived on time and not 3 hours late after having already spent $100 to change to an earlier flight, only to arrive back home close to the original flight time.

Business class was very good, one of my best flights

American Airlines is a miserable experience. It is predictably miserable, in the sense that every time I fly American, I brace myself for the certainty that it will be unpleasant and uncomfortable. But it is unpredictable in the sense that I never know if the flight will be on time or delayed nine hours (both happened to me this week). I never know if I will be able to sit in the seat that I selected when I purchased the ticket or if I will be told by Customer Service (!!!) that I must relocate from first class to a seat in the back of the aircraft with no explanation (both happened to me this week). Will the food be frozen and half defrosted, or scalding hot? Will the drinks be warm? Will the flight attendants be surly and mean? Will the toilets be cramped and foul? Will the seats be narrow and uncomfortable? Will there be a real electric outlet at the seat, or just an unreliable USB-2 port? Will there be enough seats in the boarding lounge or just a few? Will the boarding process be smooth and efficient, or will the gate agents mess it up and delay it needlessly for 30 or 40 minutes? Will the catering and cleaning crew be prompt or will they take an extra 30 minutes? Will the brakes on the aircraft work properly, or will the pilot delay takeoff for four hours while the ground crew attends to what can only be described as routine maintenance that should have been done the night before? I've eexperienced every one of these unpleasant things this year, 2026. The only thing I can reliably count on is that American will find a new way to make the experience of flying as miserable as they possibly can.

Incredibly delayed. First delay was due to plane coming in being late. Resulted in 30 minute delay. Boarded and then had multiple mechanical issues. Was on plane for an hour until they told people they could get off if they wanted but couldn't come back. Then gate agent rushed in and said they had lost control of who went off and we would all have to deplane and then get back on. They said flight had not been cancelled. Then while sitting waiting to board again they announced it would take two hours to get new plane and to wait at new gate. New plane arrived, reboarded only to find out that pilots had timed out. Waited for new pilots. In that time one of the flight attendants timed out. Never received food or water while waiting. Was confusing mess as to what was happening. Even flight attendants and gate agents were getting frustrated. Almost 6 hours delayed. Called American to received flight credit but can't get anywhere as Kayak reservation and don't have a ticket number. Reached out to Kayak but never heard back.

Wifi was spotty. Tray table was very dirty when I sat down.

Flight was delayed and they gave up my seat on my connection, even when I could still make the flight

The WiFi would not connect enough for me to do my actual work. It permaspooled, disconnected, said it was connected, then wouldn't open an email... it was frustrating. I am not a tall person, 5'4" - and I felt cramped with little room to reach into my bag under the seat in front of me. I feel sorry for anyone taller than me having to fly. the one positive thing I will add, is the overhead bins are roomy enough to manage more bags than other carriers.

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