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Flights from Seattle to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to San Francisco?

The average price of all flights from Seattle to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Seattle to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Seattle to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Seattle to San Francisco is January, where tickets cost ₹ 14,843 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is ₹ 18,846 and ₹ 17,762 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Seattle to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Seattle to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 44 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Seattle and San Francisco?

Alaska Airlines connects Seattle to San Francisco up to 10 flights per day, followed by United Airlines (9 flights per day), and Delta (4 flights per day).

Which airlines fly direct between Seattle and San Francisco?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Seattle to San Francisco.
There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Seattle to San Francisco. They are: Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at ₹ 11,490 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Alaska Airlines.

How many flights are there between Seattle and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 23 and 26 nonstop flights that take off from Seattle and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 2h 13m. The most common departure time is 19:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 172 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Seattle and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Seattle to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Seattle at 05:44 and will be landing in San Francisco at 07:59.

What’s the latest departure time from Seattle to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Seattle to San Francisco jets off at 21:59 and lands at 00:15.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Seattle to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Seattle to San Francisco

  • What facilities are available for business travelers at San Francisco International Airport?

    While there is no designated business center at San Francisco International Airport, there are plenty of workstations located throughout its terminals. There are also Power Bars in the Terminal 2 Food Court where travelers can plug in their laptops and continue their work while on the go.

  • Can I fly from Seattle to San Francisco non-stop?

    Due to their close proximity, many airlines offer nonstop flights from Seattle to San Francisco. Some of the airlines offering such flights include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. There are also one-stop flights available through airlines like jetBlue Airways, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines, with layovers in cities such as Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Portland.

  • What is the quickest way from San Francisco International Airport to downtown San Francisco?

    Aside from renting or driving a personal vehicle, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transport) is the quickest way to get from San Francisco International Airport to the city. Terminal 3 hosts the airport’s BART station and is easily accessed via AirTrain from the airport’s other terminals.

  • Should I fly to San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International Airport, or San José International Airport?

    Both San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport are connected to BART, making them ideal for travelers who plan to take public transportation after their flights from Seattle to San Francisco. The main difference between the two is that San Francisco is on the west side of the bay while Oakland is on the east. San José International Airport, on the other hand, is not connected via BART, but there are other public transport options available. However, the main reason to fly into San José is if your final destination is outside of the Bay Area, as the airport is located a bit further outside the Bay Area’s urban sprawl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Seattle to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, Asiana Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seattle to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Seattle to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seattle to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to San Francisco?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Seattle and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Seattle to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Seattle to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Seattle to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Seattle to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Seattle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Seattle to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Seattle with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Seattle to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Seattle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for ₹ 6,471 or less one-way.
  • Looking to take public transport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport so you can avoid the hassle of renting a car? Link Light Rail services connect Seattle-Tacoma International Airport directly to downtown Seattle and even to the University of Washington. The airport’s Link station is located outside the airport on the fourth floor of the adjacent parking garage.
  • Want to give the kids the chance to burn off a bit of excess energy before the flight? Stop by Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s Playroom, located by the Seattle Tap Room in the Central Terminal by the A gates. At San Francisco International Airport there are three children’s play areas to choose from: two in Terminal 3 and one in Terminal 2.
  • Fortunately for travelers wanting to grab a bite to eat before they board their flight out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, there are plenty of restaurant options available - even for those with dietary restrictions. For vegetarians and vegans there is Floret, while for those who prefer meat on the menu, there is Rel’Lish Burger Lounge.
  • The Aviation Museum in San Francisco International Airport is a great family-friendly activity for those who are looking for a diversion during their time at the airport. The museum includes a library and is open from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • To reach San Francisco International Airport’s Rental Car Center, simply hop on the AirTrain Blue Line at any one of the airport’s terminals. The AirTrain runs 24 hours a day and also connects the terminals to all of the airport’s parking garages and the BART station.
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Prefer to fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +27 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +28 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +29 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +30 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +26 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +27 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +30 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +31 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +25 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +26 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +31 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +32 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +27 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +28 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +25 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +26 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +28 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +29 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +27 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +28 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +30 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +31 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air New Zealand, +23 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +24 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +30 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +31 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air France, +28 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +29 more

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Top airline flying from Seattle to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Seattle to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Seattle to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9128 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
8.6Crew
7.3Entertainment
Airline reviews

My baggage was in another flight, anit was delayed for one hour.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2024SEA - LAX
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My baggage was in another flight, anit was delayed for one hour.

Up on arrival, due to twisted ankle, I wasn’t able to walk. Requested for a wheelchair. They immediately asked for it. After 10 minutes wait a young man named Carlos picked me up at the gate, got my baggage and took me to the pick up area. It was a great service. Thanks Alaska Air line

Good. Quiet. Comfortable. The protests nearly kept me from catching my flight. They waited for me! I made it!

I tried to cancel my flight weeks in advance round trip and told I was not able to. $400 down the drain

wish Airlines would board the plane starting in the back first. Makes more sense and I think it would be faster, NO? Everything else was great!

I went Premium otherwise it would have been a long wait. On board I only asked for a cup of hot water and got lukewarm. Cabin crew have poor to no service. But great flight; it went smooth.

Super easy on both flights. Alaska is my go to airline!

I appreciated the check-in at SEATAC - a knowledgeable person was available. I found it easy to ask questions as I went along. I hadn't been at SEATAC for a year and was not that familiar. Parking was fine at Sacramento

My baggage arrived at the airport on an earlier flight. It would have been nice if I would have gotten a text. I waited until all the luggage had arrived before Ivwent to the baggage counter!

I had to check-in my small carry-on at the gate which was inconvenient. According to the people at the gate at SEATAC, there wasn't anymore room in the overhead bins. I obliged. But, when I got inside the aircraft, there was plenty of room EVERYWHERE! It was either miscommunication or incompetence among the Alaska personnel.

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