How long does it take to fly to Seattle?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Seattle you fly into. For example, flying from San Francisco to Seattle takes 2h 09m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Jose to Seattle takes 2h 15m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from California to Seattle on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 2,642 flights per week flying from California to Seattle. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from California to Seattle on average per day?

377 flights are operational daily from California to Seattle as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 45% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl?

Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

What airlines fly to Seattle?

Alaska Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Seattle from California according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Seattle. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Seattle on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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SEA

2h 49mnonstop

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2h 35mnonstop

$55Frontier

Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 10

6:45 am - 9:36 am

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2h 51mnonstop

10:51 am - 1:33 pm

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2h 42mnonstop

$57Frontier

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10:07 am - 1:01 pm

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SEA

2h 54mnonstop

6:30 pm - 9:05 pm

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2h 35mnonstop

$65Multiple Airlines

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3:58 pm - 6:50 pm

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2h 52mnonstop

6:30 pm - 9:05 pm

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LAS

2h 35mnonstop

$66Multiple Airlines

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8:20 am - 10:30 am

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1:56 pm - 4:54 pm

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SEA

2h 58mnonstop

5:53 pm - 8:36 pm

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LAX

2h 43mnonstop

$106Hawaiian Airlines

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9:35 am - 2:54 pm

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5h 19m1 stop

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2h 10mnonstop

$107Delta

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6h 45m1 stop

2:05 pm - 10:15 pm

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8h 10m1 stop

$116Southwest

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9:05 am - 11:21 am

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SEA

2h 16mnonstop

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SJC

5h 02m1 stop

$118Hawaiian Airlines

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Alaska Airlines flights from California to Seattle

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Feb 10

OAK8:10 amOakland

2h 12m

SEA10:22 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

Feb 11

SEA8:11 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

2h 17m

OAK10:28 amOakland

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Jan 13

SJC3:36 pmSan Jose

2h 18m

SEA5:54 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

Jan 15

SEA7:30 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

2h 18m

SJC9:48 amSan Jose

$120

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Jan 10

OAK8:10 amOakland

2h 12m

SEA10:22 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

Jan 10

SEA2:19 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

2h 09m

OAK4:28 pmOakland

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Jan 23

LAX4:15 pmLos Angeles

4h 57m

1 stop

SEA9:12 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

Jan 26

SEA5:12 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

2h 59m

LAX8:11 pmLos Angeles

$123

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Jan 15

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

2h 24m

SEA11:29 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

Jan 19

SEA6:03 amSeattle/Tacoma Intl

2h 22m

SFO8:25 amSan Francisco

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Jan 20

LAX4:15 pmLos Angeles

4h 57m

1 stop

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2h 59m

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6:34 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

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Fri 1/16

6:45 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 51m

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10:51 am-1:33 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$57

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LASSEA

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Tue 2/3

10:07 am-1:01 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

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6:30 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$65

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/3

3:58 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

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6:30 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$66

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Sacramento Intl

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6:25 pm-8:40 pm

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1:56 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

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5:53 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$106

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Nonstop2h 10m

$107

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Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

12:00 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops8h 20m

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7:10 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$112

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SMFSEA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

3:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/14

2:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$116

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SJC - SEA

SJCSEA

San Jose

Thu 1/15

9:05 am-11:21 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 1/18

11:35 am-4:37 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$118

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Seattle?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from California to Seattle. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $156. If you don’t want to visit Seattle in January, then you should wait until February to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $184.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Seattle?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Seattle from California is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $271. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $371.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Seattle?

Flying to Seattle from California in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $240 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Seattle are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $337. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Seattle from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Seattle for around $222 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Seattle from California for as low as $191 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$82
Fastest flight time	1h 32m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Seattle	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Seattle from California in the past 72 hours is $82. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Seattle found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $119.

The fastest flight from California to Seattle takes 1h 32m

Direct flights go from California to Seattle every day.

There is 1 airport in Seattle. From California there are direct flights to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Seattle?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Seattle, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 22.45% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) with 7.81%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 7.79%, and Boeing 737-900 with 5.97%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $44	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,076 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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Can stopping save me money on California to Seattle flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Seattle.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl?

Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

What airlines fly to Seattle?

How many flights depart from California to Seattle on average per day?

377 flights are operational daily from California to Seattle as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 45% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from California to Seattle on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 2,642 flights per week flying from California to Seattle. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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