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$69+ Cheap flights from Seattle to San Jose (SEA - SJC)

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SEA — SJC
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to San Jose are usually found in August or January, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to San Jose (SJC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Delta)

One-way from

$69
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$252

Good round-trip deal

$158 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:40 amSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 22mDelta
Wed 10/227:35 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/18$137
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/254:52 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/277:47 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/18$140
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/93:05 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/117:45 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$141
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:00 amSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 18mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/1412:38 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$142
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:05 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/117:45 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$143
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/223:05 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/2612:27 pmSJC - SEA
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$146
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1512:38 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 12mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/225:05 pmSJC - SEA
1 stop4h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/412:25 pmSEA - SJC
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Fri 12/57:45 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/17$151
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:05 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/138:00 amSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$152
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:38 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/2612:27 pmSJC - SEA
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$156
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:05 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/187:45 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/18$157
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/184:52 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/255:45 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/18$158

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle to San Jose that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to San Jose that are best for you.

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SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 11/1

3:50 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

San Jose

Tue 11/4

2:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$147

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 11/24

9:41 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

San Jose

Tue 11/25

6:15 am-8:39 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$147

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/18

10:40 am-1:02 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

San Jose

Mon 10/20

4:37 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$147

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/15

4:45 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

San Jose

Thu 10/23

11:35 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$147

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 10/10

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

San Jose

Wed 10/22

6:59 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$157

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/22

8:35 am-10:51 am

Nonstop2h 16m

San Jose

Sun 10/26

7:15 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$157

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/9

4:52 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

San Jose

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-10:24 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$157

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop2h 18m

San Jose

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-10:24 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$157

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/25

3:50 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

San Jose

Mon 10/27

4:35 pm-12:50 am

2 stops8h 15m

$162

SeattleSan Jose

SEA - SJC

SEASJC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 10/10

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

San Jose

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-10:24 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$167

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Airports
SEA

Plan to arrive at SEA at least two hours before your flight. Use SEA Spot Saver for free security screening appointments to reduce wait times.

Read more about SEAby Brandon Schultz
SJC

For quick city access from SJC, use the Airport Flyer bus to connect with BART or CalTrain for easy transit to San Francisco or other Bay Area locations.

Read more about SJCby Daniel Scheffler
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to San Jose

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Jose from Seattle with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seattle to San Jose

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to San Jose. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to San Jose may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Seattle to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Seattle to San Jose is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to San Jose. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to San Jose flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Jose. Reviews last updated September 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to San Jose, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,732 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,030 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Seattle to San Jose?

    To fly from Seattle to San Jose, you need to book a flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to San Jose (SJC). Nonstop flights to San Jose from Seattle/Tacoma Intl take 2h 09m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 28 outbound flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to San Jose offered by 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Seattle to San Jose flight route?

    This flight path from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to San Jose was viewed by 27 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Seattle to San Jose?

    Airlines like Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Delta fly from Seattle to San Jose in about 2h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Seattle and San Jose are separated by a distance of 697 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to San Jose round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Seattle to San Jose round-trip from $88. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $110, and Delta, from $111. Hawaiian Airlines is 64% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to San Jose?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Seattle to San Jose are Horizon Air (100%), WestJet (95%) and Scandinavian Airlines (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to San Jose?

    While on average a flight from Seattle to San Jose is generally $416, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - San Jose), you can expect to pay $105 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to San Jose that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to San Jose flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seattle to San Jose?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to San Jose.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to San Jose?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to San Jose by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Seattle to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Seattle to San Jose

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Seattle to San Jose. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$111Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$128Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$134Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$137Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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