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$78+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Seattle (SJC - 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SEA
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Seattle

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$132
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$78
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$287

Good round-trip deal

$201 or less

Good one-way deal

$111 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:45 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/227:05 amSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$132
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 9/97:23 amSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 22mDelta
Tue 9/168:27 amSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 26mDelta
Deal found 8/14$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/308:00 amSJC - SEA
1 stop6h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/304:50 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/13$141
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/82:30 pmSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 12mDelta
Sat 9/138:27 amSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 26mDelta
Deal found 8/14$147
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/39:30 amSJC - SEA
1 stop4h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/34:50 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$151
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:10 amSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Wed 9/1711:10 amSEA - SJC
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/94:58 pmSJC - SEA
1 stop4h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/107:00 amSEA - SJC
1 stop4h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$156
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/88:00 amSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/96:47 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 10/88:10 amSJC - SEA
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Wed 10/87:50 pmSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$158
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/299:00 amSJC - SEA
Nonstop2h 20mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/292:51 pmSEA - SJC
1 stop20h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:00 amSJC - SEA
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/137:55 amSEA - SJC
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 9/35:50 pmSJC - SEA
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Thu 9/45:00 amSEA - SJC
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$166

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Seattle 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Seattle that are best for you.

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SJC - SEA

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San Jose

Tue 9/2

8:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/3

4:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Sat 9/13

2:25 pm-4:43 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/16

3:15 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Wed 9/17

7:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/20

7:55 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Sat 10/11

2:21 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 10/14

1:55 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Tue 9/23

9:00 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/1

9:42 am-11:58 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Tue 9/9

7:10 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/10

9:55 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Wed 9/3

2:30 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/6

8:35 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Tue 9/9

7:23 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 22m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/10

8:35 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Tue 9/30

2:25 pm-4:43 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/4

11:25 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$137

San JoseSeattle

SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Wed 9/17

11:35 am-1:57 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/23

8:27 am-10:53 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$137

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The best insider tips for San Jose to Seattle flights

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

SJC offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, making it easy to stay connected while waiting for your flight.

Read more about SJCby Daniel Scheffler
SEA

Use the Link light rail from SEA to downtown Seattle for a cost-effective and convenient 40-minute journey.

Read more about SEAby Brandon Schultz
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on SJC

Daniel Scheffler

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

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 Jose to Seattle

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Seattle. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Jose to Seattle is 55 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 Jose to Seattle?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from San Jose to Seattle in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 SJC to SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 August 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Seattle in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Seattle. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Seattle

Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from SJC to SEA are scheduled on a Thursday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Jose to Seattle to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

EUG - SEA

Mobility support was fabulous No flight entertainment that I was aware of.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

EUG - SEA

Mobility support was fabulous No flight entertainment that I was aware of.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

EUG - SEA

Mobility support was fabulous No flight entertainment that I was aware of.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

EUG - SEA

Mobility support was fabulous No flight entertainment that I was aware of.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,656 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

EUG - SEA

Mobility support was fabulous No flight entertainment that I was aware of.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

EUG - SEA

Mobility support was fabulous No flight entertainment that I was aware of.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Seattle from San Jose, then you need to book flights from San Jose to Seattle/Tacoma Intl. There are 35 flights from San Jose (SJC) to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) per day to choose from. Flights to Seattle from San Jose are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 10m is how long a nonstop flight from San Jose to Seattle/Tacoma Intl typically takes.

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

    This flight path from San Jose to Seattle/Tacoma Intl was viewed by 64 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $64, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Jose to Seattle and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $108 and $112, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 74% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Hawaiian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $79 and $80 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Jose to Seattle on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Horizon Air (100%), Aeromexico (99%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Jose to Seattle is $68. On average you can expect to pay $554. The most popular route, (San Jose - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), can usually be booked for $128.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from San Jose to Seattle in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 8 airlines flying from San Jose to Seattle

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$112Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$113Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$202Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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