What percentage of Portland to Seattle flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 79.9% of flights from Portland to Seattle were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that a significant majority of routes between these two cities offer non-stop service, providing more convenient travel options.

What's the flight time from Portland to Seattle?

The typical direct flight time from Portland to Seattle is 0 hours and 50 minutes. This duration is based on the median direct flight time observed. The distance covered by this route is approximately 208 kilometers. Travelers can expect a relatively short journey when flying directly between these two cities.

Should I set a price alert for Portland to Seattle flights?

Based on historical trends over a 30-day period, deals for flights from Portland to Seattle are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly on this route. Travelers may find it beneficial to monitor prices to secure a favorable fare.

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Portland to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Seattle

A typical journey from Portland to Seattle takes about 1h 52m, including any connections. This reflects the overall travel time for itineraries on this route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Portland to Seattle, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $205–$378, with a median of $266. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Seattle, February stands out with a median fare of just $159. Other affordable months include January, with a median fare of $201, and August, where the median fare is $205.

When flying from Portland to Seattle, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Portland to Seattle making up 79.9% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include stops, the typical number of connections is 2.

The distance between Portland and Seattle is 208 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the relatively brief flight times and frequent direct options available for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Seattle

Regular price: $75 - $298

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

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Seattle is $75 to $298. The current lowest deal is $196 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jan 6-Jan 13.

now $196

Low $75

High $298

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Seattle is February, with a median price of $159. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $289. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $159

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $289

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Direct flights from Portland to Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Seattle

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Seattle

Portland (PDX) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$145

$590

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Seattle

Portland (PDX) - Seattle (BFI)

$348

$456

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Seattle

Portland (PDX) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$102

$500

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Seattle

Portland (PDX) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$133

$438

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Seattle

Portland (PDX) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$118

$376

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Seattle

Portland (PDX) - Seattle (BFI)

$235

$416

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to Seattle

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

$212 → $217

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$211 → $217

2 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 28

$210 → $217

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$210 → $217

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Seattle

Portland - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Portland to Seattle are above the typical level, with a median price of $266.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $159

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Seattle, with a median price of $159.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 52m

Direct flights from Portland to Seattle typically take 1 hour and 52 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights, which represent 79.9% of all routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has recent deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has had 2 recent direct flight deals from Portland to Seattle.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Portland to Seattle are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Portland to Seattle.

📍 ~10 km from Portland city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$175

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 ~$175

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Cheapest

Paine Field Everett is a useful alternative for travelers located in North Seattle or Snohomish County.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

42% AI deal score

$406

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Portland to Seattle is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $246. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw higher prices, averaging $296. Similarly, prices tended to be higher for bookings made 7-13 days out, at an average of $329, and for those made 14-27 days out, at an average of $327. Even bookings made 60+ days in advance were typically more expensive, averaging $326.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Portland to Seattle was considered to be $205 or less. The median price for this route was $266. Prices typically ranged, with 25% of observed fares being $205 or less, and 75% of fares being $378 or less. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Seattle, with a median price of $159. January also offered more affordable options, with a median price of $201. While August appeared on the list of cheapest months with a median of $205, it was also identified as the most expensive month with the same median price, indicating variability. The annual median price for this route was $266, based on data collected over 270 days.

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Portland to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Seattle

A typical journey from Portland to Seattle takes about 1h 52m, including any connections. This reflects the overall travel time for itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Seattle

Regular price: $75 - $298

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

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Seattle is $75 to $298. The current lowest deal is $196 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jan 6-Jan 13.

now $196

Low $75

High $298

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Seattle

February

Cheapest

Flights from $159

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $289

Jan

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