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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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SEA
24 Feb — 3 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in February or March, 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 25 January 2026.

Tue 17/25:55 a.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 18m
Delta
Wed 18/28:30 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 11m
Delta
Deal found 23/1C$ 160
Sat 28/22:39 p.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 19m
Delta
Mon 2/38:30 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 11m
Delta
Deal found 23/1C$ 162
Thu 5/36:30 a.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 8/39:41 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 22/1C$ 174
Thu 9/46:00 a.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 16m
Delta
Sat 18/49:20 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 15m
Delta
Deal found 25/1C$ 181
Thu 26/21:25 p.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 16m
United Airlines
Sun 1/37:15 a.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 185
Sat 28/25:55 a.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 18m
Delta
Sat 28/25:50 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
1 stop5h 14m
Delta
Deal found 23/1C$ 188
Sat 14/28:47 p.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 22/28:41 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 24/1C$ 194
Sun 31/56:05 a.m.
SFO
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 20m
Delta
Fri 12/69:25 p.m.
SEA
-
SFO
Nonstop2h 21m
Delta
Deal found 22/1C$ 201
Sat 28/24:40 p.m.
SFO
-
SEA
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 2/35:00 a.m.
SEA
-
SFO
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 23/1C$ 207
Thu 5/36:40 a.m.
SFO
-
SEA
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Sat 7/310:30 a.m.
SEA
-
SFO
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 23/1C$ 214

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 25 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 160

One-way from

C$ 81

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 379

Good one-way deal

C$ 148 or less
Delta
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  • 18/2-20/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 29m total
  • San Francisco to Seattle
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  • Delta
  • 15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 18m total
  • San Francisco to Seattle
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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San Francisco

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Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Fri 27/2

5:55 a.m.-8:13 a.m.

Nonstop2h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 1/3

7:10 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 19/3

10:37 p.m.-12:59 a.m.

Nonstop2h 22m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 24/3

9:20 a.m.-11:39 a.m.

Nonstop2h 19m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Mon 6/4

6:00 a.m.-8:16 a.m.

Nonstop2h 16m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/4

9:45 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

Nonstop2h 12m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Fri 6/3

10:37 p.m.-12:59 a.m.

Nonstop2h 22m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 9/3

9:20 a.m.-11:39 a.m.

Nonstop2h 19m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Sun 15/2

5:55 a.m.-8:13 a.m.

Nonstop2h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 18/2

8:30 p.m.-10:41 p.m.

Nonstop2h 11m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 19/3

6:00 a.m.-8:16 a.m.

Nonstop2h 16m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 23/3

9:45 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

Nonstop2h 12m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Thu 19/2

5:55 a.m.-8:13 a.m.

Nonstop2h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 21/2

7:10 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 20m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Tue 24/2

2:39 p.m.-4:58 p.m.

Nonstop2h 19m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 28/2

4:40 p.m.-6:53 p.m.

Nonstop2h 13m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

2:39 p.m.-4:58 p.m.

Nonstop2h 19m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/3

7:25 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

C$ 160

San FranciscoSeattle

SFO - SEA

SFOSEA

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

9:55 a.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop4h 49m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 9/3

5:55 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop5h 05m

C$ 160

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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 23 January 2026.

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$ 108). Flying from San Francisco to Seattle in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 188). 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 25 January 2026.

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Seattle?

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 25 January 2026.
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
11,792 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
11,792 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,792 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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 65 flights from San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl, all of which are around 2h 18m 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 13 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?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Seattle in just under 2h 18m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. San Francisco and Seattle are separated by a distance of 1093 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • 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$ 171. Alaska Airlines is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 WestJet (87%), Aeromexico (86%) or Air France (85%) 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$ 166, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 117. The most popular route (San Francisco - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), is priced around C$ 133.

  • 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$ 108). Flying from San Francisco to Seattle in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 188). 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$ 171AverageC$ 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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