TPA (Tampa) to SAT (San Antonio) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 90%. The average delay is 59 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.TPA → SAT
TPA (Tampa) to SAT (San Antonio)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 90% vs 78% on time.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 90% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 78%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from TPA
78% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TPA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SAT
81% on timeWhen flights into SAT are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SAT: TSA is ~21 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.