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$88+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Seattle (SAN - SEA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SEA
apr. 19 — apr. 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Seattle

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mars 20, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ma. 4/139:28 pm
SAN
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SEA
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
on. 4/158:07 pm
SEA
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SAN
1 stop12h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ti. 5/59:37 am
SAN
-
SEA
1 stop24h 12m
Frontier
lø. 5/96:52 pm
SEA
-
SAN
1 stop13h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$126
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
ti. 4/147:00 pm
SAN
-
SEA
1 stop13h 40m
Southwest
on. 4/1512:10 pm
SEA
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$127
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
fr. 5/17:35 pm
SAN
-
SEA
Nonstop3h 18m
Alaska Airlines
fr. 5/82:41 pm
SEA
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$135
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
fr. 5/13:35 pm
SAN
-
SEA
Nonstop3h 14m
Delta
fr. 5/83:20 pm
SEA
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 47m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ti. 4/1412:12 pm
SAN
-
SEA
1 stop21h 15m
Frontier
ti. 4/217:12 pm
SEA
-
SAN
1 stop27h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
on. 4/2910:30 am
SAN
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SEA
1 stop22h 57m
Frontier
fr. 5/14:20 pm
SEA
-
SAN
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$141
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ti. 5/53:00 pm
SAN
-
SEA
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
to. 5/79:40 am
SEA
-
SAN
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ma. 4/68:54 pm
SAN
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SEA
1 stop19h 20m
Frontier
ma. 4/1310:09 pm
SEA
-
SAN
1 stop13h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$146
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
ti. 5/57:24 pm
SAN
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SEA
1 stop10h 47m
Alaska Airlines
on. 5/69:07 am
SEA
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SAN
Nonstop2h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$147

Find flight deals from San Diego to Seattle

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Seattle (SEA). 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 mars 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$287

Good round-trip deal

$231 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Seattle/Tacoma Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Seattle/Tacoma Intl flights.
From San Diego to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Seattle/Tacoma Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Seattle that are best for you.

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Price

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San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

on. 4/22

11:40 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

lø. 5/2

11:45 am-2:38 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$139

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

to. 4/16

6:51 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sø. 4/19

7:35 am-10:34 am

Nonstop2h 59m

$139

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

fr. 5/1

1:40 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ma. 5/4

7:35 am-10:34 am

Nonstop2h 59m

$139

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

fr. 5/8

3:45 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sø. 5/17

7:15 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$139

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

ti. 4/14

8:15 am-10:55 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

on. 4/15

6:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$142

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

on. 5/6

4:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

on. 5/13

12:10 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$154

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

to. 5/14

5:55 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 00m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ti. 5/19

6:50 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$159

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

to. 4/30

2:15 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ti. 5/5

8:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$188

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

to. 4/9

7:30 am-10:40 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ma. 4/13

7:35 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$197

San DiegoSeattle

SAN - SEA

SANSEA

San Diego

ma. 4/27

5:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

ti. 4/28

9:20 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$203

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Deals found on 3/17

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Seattle in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Seattle flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Seattle flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Seattle flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Seattle flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Seattle flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Seattle

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Seattle. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Seattle may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 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 San Diego to Seattle?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Seattle (average of $64). Flying from San Diego to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 SAN to SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mars 20, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Seattle in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Seattle. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for San Diego to Seattle flights

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SEA

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Seattle

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seattle. 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 Seattle. Reviews last updated mars 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from San Diego to Seattle by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Seattle. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Seattle?

    If you book a flight from San Diego to Seattle, you will be flying from San Diego to Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Flights to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) from San Diego (SAN) take 2h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 30 flights from San Diego to Seattle per day from 7 airlines.

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

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

    A quick flight from San Diego to Seattle can take about 3h 10m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $139. Airlines will cover a distance of 1051 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Seattle, with prices starting at $67. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $110 and $115, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Seattle one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $52. Users have also found prices from $77 and $79 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    Consider Icelandair (95%), Virgin Atlantic (94%) or American Airlines (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Seattle.

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Seattle is generally $805, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $97. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), you can expect to pay $139 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Seattle 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 San Diego to Seattle?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Seattle (average of $64). Flying from San Diego to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Seattle

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Seattle. 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 mars 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$115Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$133Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$289Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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