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$69+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Seattle (SFO - SEA)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in October or January, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Seattle

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$77
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$274

Good round-trip deal

$222 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
From San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($37 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 June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/78:49 pmSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/118:26 pmSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$148
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/56:00 amSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 04mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/511:31 amSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$151
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 8/48:55 pmSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 20mDelta
Thu 8/710:05 pmSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/9$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/165:25 pmSFO - SEA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Fri 9/264:20 pmSEA - SFO
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:45 amSFO - SEA
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Fri 7/183:11 pmSEA - SFO
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$210
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:40 pmSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/85:10 amSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$237

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

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San Francisco

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Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

8:49 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/11

8:26 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$148

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

11:25 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/5

3:44 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$151

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

8:55 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/21

7:28 am-9:51 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$169

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

5:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 9/26

4:20 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$177

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

10:55 pm-12:59 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/4

5:10 am-7:22 am

Nonstop2h 12m

$182

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

5:45 am-2:06 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 7/18

3:11 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$210

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

6:00 am-8:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$69

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

7:49 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$77

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

7:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 15m

$89

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

4:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$91

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Seattle flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Seattle trip
Airports
SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup from restaurants participating in the SFO2Go program during busy times.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
SEA

Use the Link light rail for an inexpensive, convenient trip from SEA to downtown Seattle in under 40 minutes.

Read more about SEAby Brandon Schultz
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SEA

Brandon Schultz

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 San Francisco to Seattle

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Seattle

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Seattle. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Seattle is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from San Francisco to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 SFO to SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Seattle in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Seattle. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Seattle

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Seattle. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SEA are scheduled on a Thursday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in Seattle by month

Plan your trip to Seattle by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seattle ranges from 0.7 - 6.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Seattle when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Seattle by month

Plan your trip to Seattle by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seattle, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to Seattle to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Seattle?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Seattle from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) should be relatively easy as there are 59 daily flights to Seattle from 8 different airlines. 2h 05m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Seattle is Hawaiian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $148 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Delta, starting at $151 and $157 round-trip. Hawaiian Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $77. Alaska Airlines flights start at $88 while deals on Southwest start at $89 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Seattle from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Horizon Air (100%), WestJet (97%), Aeromexico( 93%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Seattle is generally $1,052, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $65. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), you can expect to pay $148 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from San Francisco to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 Francisco to Seattle

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$101Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$115Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$127Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$133Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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