Travelling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to San Diego is 4 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is three hours behind Tampa, where Tampa International Airport is located.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route, with seven weekly flights to pick from. You can travel from TPA to SAN at 08:00 with Alaska Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your TPA to San Diego flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at TPA and fly nonstop to San Diego International Airport (SAN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Tampa International Airport to San Diego tickets.
Look out for offers from Alaska Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Tampa International Airport to San Diego.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near TPA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tampa International Airport to San Diego or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
78.59% of flights leaving from Tampa International Airport make it to their destination on time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to San Diego
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tampa International Airport to San Diego flight is ر.ق. 249. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 499. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TPA to San Diego.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Tampa International Airport to San Diego tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from TPA to San Diego.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tampa International Airport to San Diego.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Tampa International Airport to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:
Travel at your own pace with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and see more of San Diego and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from TPA to San Diego.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The centre of San Diego is about 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Tampa International Airport to San Diego has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your TPA to San Diego flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from CLD as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to San Diego
Plan your trip to San Diego during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Tampa International Airport to San Diego during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Tampa International Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from TPA to San Diego around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Diego
After booking your flight from Tampa International Airport to San Diego, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Diego:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are attractions you won't want to skip in San Diego.
Explore more of United States
San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another favourite destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without seeing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
