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Book direct flights from San Francisco to Seattle: One way flights from $41, round trip flights from $83. Find flight deals for the next 3 months below.
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SFO 4:40 PM2h 18mNonstopSEA 6:58 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Fri, Feb 6 | Delta Air Lines
SEA 8:50 PM2h 13mNonstopSFO 11:03 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Sun, Feb 8 | Hawaiian Airlines$83 $11830% off30% off$118 $83 -
SFO 8:42 AM2h 21mNonstopSEA 11:03 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Feb 18 | Alaska Airlines
SEA 7:41 PM2h 14mNonstopSFO 9:55 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Fri, Feb 20 | Alaska Airlines$83 $11830% off30% off$118 $83 -
SFO 7:00 AM2h 18mNonstopSEA 9:18 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Thu, Feb 5 | Hawaiian Airlines
SEA 6:00 AM2h 11mNonstopSFO 8:11 AMSeattle - San Francisco | Sat, Feb 7 | Hawaiian Airlines$85 $11828% off28% off$118 $85 -
SFO 9:00 AM2h 21mNonstopSEA 11:21 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Thu, Feb 5 | Alaska Airlines
SEA 5:59 PM2h 13mNonstopSFO 8:12 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Sat, Feb 7 | Hawaiian Airlines$8528% off$118 $85 -
SFO 7:00 AM2h 18mNonstopSEA 9:18 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Fri, Feb 6 | Hawaiian Airlines
SEA 8:50 PM2h 13mNonstopSFO 11:03 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Sun, Feb 8 | Hawaiian Airlines$8528% off$118 $85 -
SFO 7:00 AM2h 18mNonstopSEA 9:18 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Fri, Feb 6 | Alaska Airlines
SEA 8:50 PM2h 13mNonstopSFO 11:03 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Sun, Feb 8 | Alaska Airlines$8628% off$118 $86 -
SFO 6:00 AM2h 22mNonstopSEA 8:22 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Thu, Feb 5 | Delta Air Lines
SEA 7:15 AM2h 20mNonstopSFO 9:35 AMSeattle - San Francisco | Sat, Feb 7 | Delta Air Lines$8627% off$118 $86 -
SFO 1:45 PM2h 19mNonstopSEA 4:04 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Feb 18 | Hawaiian Airlines
SEA 7:41 PM2h 14mNonstopSFO 9:55 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Fri, Feb 20 | Alaska Airlines$8627% off$118 $86 -
SFO 5:55 AM2h 18mNonstopSEA 8:13 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Sun, Feb 22 | Delta Air Lines
SEA 4:40 PM2h 13mNonstopSFO 6:53 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Sat, Feb 28 | Delta Air Lines$8727% off$118 $87 -
SFO 5:55 AM2h 18mNonstopSEA 8:13 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Feb 18 | Delta Air Lines
SEA 7:41 PM2h 14mNonstopSFO 9:55 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Fri, Feb 20 | Alaska Airlines$8727% off$118 $87 -
SFO 1:00 PM17h 25m1 stopSEA Invalid DateSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Jan 21 | Normal Airline
SEA 3:00 PM6hNonstopSFO 4:00 PMSeattle - San Francisco | Fri, Jan 23 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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SFO 2:25 PM2h 17mNonstopSEA 4:42 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Feb 4 | Hawaiian Airlines$41 $6234% off34% off$62 $41 -
SFO 2:25 PM2h 17mNonstopSEA 4:42 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Feb 4 | Alaska Airlines$42 $6233% off33% off$62 $42 -
SFO 6:00 AM2h 22mNonstopSEA 8:22 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Feb 4 | Delta Air Lines$42 $6232% off32% off$62 $42 -
SFO 7:29 PM2h 17mNonstopSEA 9:46 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Sat, Mar 14 | Delta Air Lines$4232% off$62 $42 -
SFO 11:34 AM2h 21mNonstopSEA 1:55 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Tue, Feb 17 | Hawaiian Airlines$4331% off$62 $43 -
SFO 6:30 AM2h 17mNonstopSEA 8:47 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Tue, Feb 17 | Alaska Airlines$4331% off$62 $43 -
SFO 5:55 AM2h 18mNonstopSEA 8:13 AMSan Francisco - Seattle | Tue, Feb 17 | Delta Air Lines$4330% off$62 $43 -
SFO 8:10 PM2h 15mNonstopSEA 10:25 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Fri, Mar 6 | Delta Air Lines$4430% off$62 $44 -
SFO 4:21 PM2h 19mNonstopSEA 6:40 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Tue, Feb 24 | Hawaiian Airlines$4528% off$62 $45 -
SFO 8:47 PM2h 20mNonstopSEA 11:07 PMSan Francisco - Seattle | Sat, Mar 14 | Alaska Airlines$4627% off$62 $46 -
SFO 1:00 PM17h 25m1 stopSEA Invalid DateSan Francisco - Seattle | Wed, Jan 21 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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Displayed flight fares from San Francisco to Seattle are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.
Flight Info | San Francisco to Seattle
The distance between San Francisco and Seattle is approximately 1,093.2 km. It takes around 2 hours 16 minutes on average to fly from San Francisco to Seattle. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is November.
| Cheapest one-way flight price | $41 |
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| Cheapest round-trip ticket price | $83 |
| Off-season for travel | November |
| Peak season for travel | July |
| Flight distance | 1,093.2 km |
| Average flight time | 2 hours 16 minutes |
| Popular airline | Alaska Airlines |
Trip.com price insights on flights from San Francisco to Seattle
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Seattle?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Seattle is Jan, with an average price of $118; while the month with the highest flight price is usually Dec, with an average price of up to $174.
What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Seattle?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Seattle is Sep, with an average price of $259; while the month with the highest flight price is usually Nov, with an average price of up to $362.
What's the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Seattle?
Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Seattle is Mon, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Fri, as prices are usually highest then.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Seattle (SFO-SEA)?
Based on Trip.com data, Hawaiian Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $41 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SFO to SEA on Wed, Feb 4), while Delta Air Lines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $83 departing on Fri, Feb 6 and returning on Sun, Feb 8.Which airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco to Seattle?
At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Seattle with the following airlines, including: Alaska Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Delta Air Lines United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.How long does it take to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle (SEA) and what is the distance?
It takes around 2 hours 16 minutes to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle (SEA).When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Seattle?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Seattle is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.How many flights are there per week from San Francisco to Seattle?
Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 106 flight per week flying from San Francisco to Seattle. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Delta Air Lines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- DL2721 (06:06)How can I find the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Seattle?
To find best deals on flights from San Francisco to Seattle, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Feb 4, with one-way flights priced at just $41.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Hawaiian Airlines.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Seattle travel is around July.
· Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle (SEA) the cheapest?
The cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Seattle is November, when demand for travel is lower.Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Seattle on?
After crunching the numbers on our January flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Seattle on January 19, 2026 with Delta Air Lines, with prices starting at $41.Which airports can I fly to for Seattle from San Francisco?
You can land at any one of the following hubs in Seattle, with San Francisco International Airport to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SFO-SEA) is by far the most common option on this route: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) King County (Boeing Field) International Airport (BFI) Kenmore Air - Lake Union (LKE).Is there any time difference between San Francisco and Seattle?
The time difference between Seattle and San Francisco is 0h.How do I change or cancel my ticket from San Francisco to Seattle?
Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
Flying from San Francisco to Seattle: What You Need to Know
The flight from San Francisco to Seattle takes about 2 hours nonstop—no time difference, as both cities are in the Pacific Time Zone.
- Departure: You’ll fly out of San Francisco International (SFO). Some airlines (like Southwest) use Oakland Airport (OAK) or San Jose Airport (SJC). Check your ticket—OAK/SJC are cheaper but farther for some!
- Arrival: Most flights land at Seattle-Tacoma Airport (SEA), 15 miles south of downtown. A few smaller planes use Paine Field (PAE) north of Seattle—quieter but fewer buses/taxis.
- Airlines: Full-service (Alaska, Delta, United): Fares ~$80–$250+. Includes carry-on + snacks. Budget picks (Southwest, Spirit, Frontier): Fares start ~$50–$120... but you’ll pay extra for bags (~$40+), seats, even carry-ons. Read the fine print!
Tip: SFO is busy + foggy—arrive 2 hours early. OAK/SJC are smoother—1.5 hours early works.
Airports in San Francisco
For Seattle flights, you’ll usually fly from:
San Francisco International (SFO) – Main hub (most flights).
Oakland International (OAK) – Budget option (across the bay).
San Francisco Airport (SFO)
Where: 13 miles south of downtown SF.
Terminals: 4 terminals (1, 2, 3, International). All connected post-security via AirTrain or walkways.
For Seattle flights: Mostly Terminal 2 (Alaska, Delta) or Terminal 3 (United).
Key tip: Allow extra time – summer fog causes delays. Security waits: 15–30+ mins.
Getting to SFO from downtown:
- BART Train: Easiest/cheapest ($10.20–$11.20 USD, 30 mins from downtown). Runs 5 AM–midnight.
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): $35–$55 USD (25–50 mins, traffic-heavy). Pickup on Departures Level.
- Taxi: Flat rate $55–$65 USD to downtown.
Oakland Airport (OAK)
Where: 10 miles south of downtown Oakland (20 miles from SF).
Terminals: 2 terminals (1 + 2), connected via walkway.
For Seattle flights: Mostly Terminal 2 (Southwest, Spirit).
Key perk: Faster security (often <15 mins), cheaper parking.
Getting to OAK from SF:
- BART + Airport Connector: Take BART to Coliseum Station → free shuttle to OAK ($10.95 USD total, 45 mins).
- Rideshare: $50–$70+ USD from SF (bridge tolls add $7).
- Taxi: $80–$100+ USD (not worth it).
Airports in Seattle
Seattle has one main airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) – Handles all major flights.
Seattle Airport (SEA)
Where: 14 miles south of downtown Seattle.
Terminals: One main terminal split into North + South Satellites, connected by underground train.
For SF flights: Mostly Concourse C (Alaska) or Concourse A (Delta, United).
Key tip: Famous for long TSA lines – arrive 2+ hours early for domestic flights.
Getting to downtown Seattle:
- LINK Light Rail: Best deal ($3.25 USD, 35 mins to downtown). Runs 5 AM–1 AM.
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): $35–$55 USD (30–60 mins, I-5 traffic sucks).
- Taxi: Flat rate $50 USD to downtown.
- Shuttles: Shared vans ~$25 USD (slower, books ahead).
Best Time to Fly to Seattle
Good months to fly to Seattle are May-June or Sept-Oct. Mild weather (12-22°C / 55-72°F), less rain than winter, smaller crowds, and better prices on flights/hotels.
Summer (July-Aug) is peak season. Dry and warm (18-28°C / 65-82°F), long daylight hours, major festivals (Bumbershoot, Seafair). Expect crowds and highest prices. Book flights/hotels 3-5 months ahead. Wildfire smoke can occur.
Winter (Nov-Feb) is cool, wet, and gray (3-8°C / 37-46°F). Rain is frequent, daylight is short. Flights/hotels are cheapest except Thanksgiving/Christmas weeks. Rare snow can disrupt travel.
Cheapest Time to Fly: Fly Tue/Wed. Book flights 2-4 months out. Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) is the main airport—Link Light Rail connects to downtown in 35 mins.
Where to Stay in Seattle
Book Seattle hotels on Trip.com! Free cancellation helps with weather changes.
- Downtown: Best for first-timers. Walk to Pike Place Market, waterfront, Seattle Art Museum. Major hotels (luxury to mid-range). Easy light rail/bus access. Can feel sterile at night.
- Belltown: Trendy area near downtown. Bars, restaurants, nightlife, short walk to Space Needle. Boutique hotels and apartments. Lively evenings, can be noisy.
- Fremont: Quirky, local feel ("Center of the Universe"). Near Gas Works Park, Fremont Troll. Budget-friendly B&Bs/vacation rentals. 20-min bus ride to downtown. Great for families.
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