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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Seattle from C$ 81

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SEA
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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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 12 December 2025.

Wed 31/1210:48 p.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/11:35 p.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 230
Wed 31/125:45 a.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 21mDelta
Tue 6/17:15 a.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 20mDelta
Deal found 10/12C$ 244
Wed 31/124:42 p.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/11:36 p.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 251
Wed 31/125:42 p.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/16:04 p.m.SEA - SFO
1 stop3h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 299
Wed 31/1210:48 p.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/17:05 a.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 310
Wed 31/1210:48 p.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/15:00 a.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 313
Tue 30/125:45 a.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 21mDelta
Tue 6/110:25 a.m.SEA - SFO
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 10/12C$ 327
Thu 25/124:55 p.m.SFO - SEA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Tue 6/110:25 a.m.SEA - SFO
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 10/12C$ 341
Tue 30/129:41 p.m.SFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/18:36 p.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 348
Tue 16/128:00 a.m.SFO - SEA
2 stops6h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 16/125:59 p.m.SEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 349

Find 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 168

One-way from

C$ 81

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 410

Good one-way deal

C$ 270 or less
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  • 1/1-9/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 29m total
  • San Francisco to Seattle
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  • 8/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 02m total
  • San Francisco to Seattle
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

6:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 21/1

11:30 a.m.-1:43 p.m.

Nonstop2h 13m

C$ 189

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

6:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 22/1

7:15 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 189

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

7:00 a.m.-9:18 a.m.

Nonstop2h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 20/1

1:36 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 14m

C$ 203

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

6:00 a.m.-12:47 p.m.

1 stop6h 47m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 15/3

7:20 a.m.-9:46 a.m.

Nonstop2h 26m

C$ 203

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

6:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 15/1

5:25 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop6h 58m

C$ 203

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

3:00 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 15/1

5:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop6h 50m

C$ 208

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

2:35 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 11/1

5:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop6h 50m

C$ 208

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

2:35 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 16/1

5:15 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 35m

C$ 215

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

2:58 p.m.-6:43 p.m.

1 stop3h 45m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 15/1

1:36 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 14m

C$ 217

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

4:03 p.m.-10:24 p.m.

1 stop6h 21m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 15/1

5:25 a.m.-12:23 p.m.

1 stop6h 58m

C$ 217

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Seattle

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seattle from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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 5 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Seattle may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 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 Francisco to Seattle?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Seattle (average of C$ 113). Flying from San Francisco to Seattle in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 189). 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 12 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Seattle at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 68% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 12 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines from San Francisco 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
11,432 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.

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?

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to Seattle. On a typical day, there are 71 flights from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl, all of which are around 2h 23m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from San Francisco to Seattle.

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

    This flight path from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl was viewed by 19 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 San Francisco to Seattle?

    Alaska Airlines and Delta can get you from San Francisco to Seattle in just under 2h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 21m. San Francisco and Seattle are separated by a distance of 1093 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Seattle round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Seattle round-trip from C$ 153. Alaska Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 81 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 86 and C$ 90, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Seattle consider choosing Horizon Air (100%), Aeromexico (93%) or WestJet (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Seattle? While on average our users pay C$ 321, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 81. The most popular route (San Francisco - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), is priced around C$ 851.

  • 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 C$ 113). Flying from San Francisco to Seattle in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 189). 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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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 153AverageC$ 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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