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Explore current cheapest deals departing from San Diego to Seattle

August 19 - August 26

Cheapest

SAN - Seattle

$157

$137

Round trip

August 22 - August 31

SAN - Seattle

$150

$143

Round trip

September 4 - September 14

SAN - Seattle

$122

$143

Round trip

July 7 - July 14

Earliest

SAN - Seattle

$151

$158

Round trip

July 22 - July 28

SAN - Seattle

$146

$158

Round trip

August 12 - August 18

SAN - Seattle

$156

$158

Round trip

August 4 - August 12

SAN - Seattle

$145

$158

Round trip

September 9 - September 15

Best

SAN - Everett

$190

$158

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

SAN - Seattle

$130

$158

Round trip

August 25 - August 27

SAN - Seattle

$164

$159

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Diego to Seattle

For those planning cheap flights from San Diego to Seattle, the data indicates that December is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $92. Following closely, January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $107. Another relatively inexpensive option is November, where the median fare stands at $177. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers.
Fares for this route typically range from $219–$409, with a median price of $327. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that if you track prices, you may find better opportunities.
When considering direct flights from San Diego to Seattle, 62.8% of recent fares were for non-stop itineraries. This indicates that a meaningful share are non-stop, while the remaining itineraries typically involve one connection.
A typical journey from San Diego to Seattle takes approximately 6h 2m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time you can expect when flying between these two cities.
The flight distance between San Diego and Seattle is 1692 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, meaning it's a moderate distance that can often be covered by a single flight or with a brief stop.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Seattle

Regular price: $123 - $268

Prices for flights from San Diego to Seattle are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from San Diego to Seattle typically range from $123 to $268. The current lowest deal is $137 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 19-Aug 26.

now $137

Low $123

High $268

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Seattle is December, with a median price of $92. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $502. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $92

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $502

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Direct flights from San Diego to Seattle

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Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Seattle

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Everett

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

San Diego (SAN) - Everett (PAE)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$328

$258

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

San Diego (SAN) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$151

$158

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

San Diego (SAN) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$135

$172

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Seattle

Deutsche Luft Hansa

San Diego (SAN) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$147

$177

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

San Diego (SAN) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$152

$177

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Seattle

San Diego (SAN) - Seattle (SEA)

$152

$177

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Diego to Seattle

3 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 7

$344  →  $189

45%

3 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 23

$358  →  $224

37%

2 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 14

$352  →  $225

36%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$345  →  $226

34%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to Seattle

San Diego - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for San Diego to Seattle are above the typical level, with a median price of $327.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December offers the lowest median price at $92, followed by January at $107.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 6h 2m

The median flight duration for this route is 6 hours and 2 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

62.8% of deals are direct flights

Most deals are for direct flights, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has direct flights available for the San Diego to Seattle route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from San Diego to Seattle are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International is a convenient departure airport for flights from San Diego to Seattle.

📍 ~5 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$137

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar offers an alternative departure option for flights from San Diego to Seattle.

📍 ~40 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$319

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights to Seattle.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field offers an alternative arrival point for flights heading to the Seattle area.

📍 ~8 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$658

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base serves as a unique arrival option for Seattle-bound travelers.

📍 ~3 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$837

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett offers a convenient alternative for North Seattle residents with shorter security wait times.

📍 ~35 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$158

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International is a major international hub that can offer competitive fares for long-haul flights.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Vancouver International (YVR)

Vancouver International is a major international gateway with extensive transpacific and European flight options.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Bellingham International (BLI)

Bellingham International is a primary low-cost carrier airport, often featuring budget-friendly fares.

📍 ~145 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Abbotsford International (YXX)

Abbotsford International is an alternative low-cost gateway for Canadian domestic connections.

📍 ~155 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$266

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the best time to purchase flights from San Diego to Seattle is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket is around $281. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 7-13 days out averaging $626. For those booking more than 60 days in advance, the average price is about $334.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from San Diego to Seattle is considered to be $219 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $327. Approximately 25% of all observed prices were at or below $219, indicating a favorable deal. Conversely, prices at or above $409 represent the higher end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, December and January have offered the cheapest flights from San Diego to Seattle. In December, the median price was $92, while in January, it was $107. November also presented relatively lower prices, with a median of $177. These months are significantly more affordable compared to the annual median price of $327 for this route.