Can I fly direct from Tampa to San Antonio?

Historically, direct flights from Tampa to San Antonio have not been available. Across the trailing 90 days, 0% of flights on this route were direct. Travelers typically experience an average of 2 stopovers when connecting between these two cities.

How many hours is the flight from Tampa to San Antonio?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Tampa to San Antonio is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is typically longer, averaging around 4 hours and 53 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 1562 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Tampa to San Antonio come up?

Cheap flights from Tampa to San Antonio are considered frequent. This classification is based on historical data observed over a 30-day window. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable prices for this route with some regularity.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Tampa to San Antonio

2026-08-26 – 2026-09-05
TPA - San Antonio
82% AI deal score
$254
$144
Round trip
2026-09-02 – 2026-09-05
TPA - San Antonio
79% AI deal score
$313
$149
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2026-08-26 – 2026-09-02
TPA - San Antonio
83% AI deal score
$282
$151
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2026-08-19 – 2026-09-05
TPA - San Antonio
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$241
$154
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2026-08-19 – 2026-09-02
TPA - San Antonio
79% AI deal score
$249
$161
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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-22
TPA - San Antonio
83% AI deal score
$306
$163
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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-26
TPA - San Antonio
82% AI deal score
$287
$164
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2026-08-22 – 2026-09-05
TPA - San Antonio
78% AI deal score
$246
$164
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2026-08-12 – 2026-09-05
TPA - San Antonio
77% AI deal score
$237
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2026-08-22 – 2026-09-02
TPA - San Antonio
78% AI deal score
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Tampa to San Antonio: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to San Antonio

For those looking for cheap flights from Tampa to San Antonio, December and January are typically the most affordable months, with median fares of $168 in both months. May also presents a more budget-friendly option compared to other periods, with a median fare of $301. These months offer the best opportunities to find lower prices for this route.

Fares for this route typically range from $309 to $415, with a median of $371. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only about 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significantly discounted fare may require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Tampa to San Antonio, most itineraries connect at least once. Currently, 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from Tampa to San Antonio, meaning you should expect to make connections. The typical number of connections for these itineraries is 2, so planning for layovers is essential for this route.

A typical journey from Tampa to San Antonio, including connections, takes approximately 8h 30m. This duration accounts for the necessary layovers given that most itineraries involve at least one stop. Travelers should factor in this total travel time when planning their trip between these two cities.

The distance between Tampa and San Antonio is 1562 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, meaning you can expect a flight duration that is longer than short domestic hops but generally shorter than international or transcontinental travel.

How much is a round trip from Tampa to San Antonio

Regular price: $243 - $404

Prices for flights from Tampa to San Antonio are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $243 to $404. The current lowest deal is $144 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Sep 2-Sep 5.

now $144

Low $243

High $404

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to San Antonio

The cheapest month to fly from Tampa to San Antonio is January, with a median price of $168. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $779. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $168

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $779

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Direct flights from Tampa to San Antonio

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to San Antonio

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - San Antonio

Tampa (TPA) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$456

$322

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - San Antonio

Tampa (TPA) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$452

$329

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - San Antonio

Tampa (TPA) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$457

$322

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - San Antonio

Tampa (TPA) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$391

$256

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - San Antonio

Tampa (TPA) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$393

$280

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - San Antonio

Tampa (TPA) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$399

$280

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tampa to San Antonio

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

$314 → $144

54%

4 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 12

$347 → $196

44%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$309 → $160

48%

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$372 → $229

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to San Antonio

Tampa - San Antonio route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Tampa to San Antonio are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December or January for the best prices

Historically, December and January offer the lowest median prices at $168 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 8h 30m

Flights from Tampa to San Antonio typically take 8h 30m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

There are no direct flights; connecting flights are dominant for Tampa to San Antonio.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers a recent deal at $144

A recent deal from Breeze Airways for Tampa to San Antonio was found at $144.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Tampa to San Antonio appear frequently, offering good opportunities.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport is a convenient and often cheapest option for flights from Tampa to San Antonio.

📍 ~10 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$129

San Antonio main airports to arrive at

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Tampa to San Antonio.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$129

Airports nearby San Antonio used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International is a major international hub with an extensive flight network.

📍 ~120 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$132

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Antonio

78% AI deal score

$1,257

$855

Save $402

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Antonio

Historically, the best time to book flights from Tampa to San Antonio is typically within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $260. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, with an average price of $378. For those booking 60+ days in advance, the average price is approximately $340.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Tampa to San Antonio is considered to be $309 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $371. Prices can go up to $415 or more, representing the higher end of the typical price range observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, December and January are typically the cheapest months to fly from Tampa to San Antonio, both with a median price of $168. In contrast, May has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $301. The annual median price for this route is $371, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Tampa to San Antonio: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to San Antonio

How much is a round trip from Tampa to San Antonio

Regular price: $243 - $404

Prices for flights from Tampa to San Antonio are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $243 to $404. The current lowest deal is $144 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Sep 2-Sep 5.

now $144

Low $243

High $404

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to San Antonio

January

Cheapest

Flights from $168

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $779

Jan

Feb

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