How many flights from Sacramento to Seattle are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 54.7% of flights from Sacramento to Seattle have been non-stop. For flights that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This means a significant portion of available options offer direct travel between the two cities.

What's the flight time from Sacramento to Seattle?

The typical direct flight time from Sacramento to Seattle is 2 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of 975 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally take longer, with a median duration of 5 hours and 51 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of choosing a non-stop option for this route.

How often do cheap flights from Sacramento to Seattle come up?

Cheap flights from Sacramento to Seattle are classified as frequent. This indicates that travelers can often find favorable prices for this route. The consistent availability of deals makes it a popular option for budget-conscious travelers.

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Sacramento to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Seattle

A meaningful share of recent fares from Sacramento to Seattle are non-stop, with 54.7% of itineraries flying direct. The remaining itineraries typically include 1 connection. This mix means you have options for both direct travel and routes with a stop, allowing for flexibility in planning your journey.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Sacramento to Seattle, the cheapest time to fly is often in November and December, both with a median fare of just $71. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $130. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Seattle takes about 4h 3m, including connections. This duration accounts for the median travel time across all observed itineraries, whether direct or with a stop. The route itself is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 975 kilometers.

Fares for flights from Sacramento to Seattle typically range from $147–$596, with a median of $259. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find value.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Seattle

Regular price: $116 - $351

Prices for flights from Sacramento to Seattle are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $116 to $351. The current lowest deal is $96 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 11.

now $96

Low $116

High $351

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Seattle is November, with a median price of $71. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $516. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $71

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $516

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Seattle

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$486

$367

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$470

$348

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$476

$368

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$478

$358

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$476

$368

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$161

$101

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 6

$288 → $107

63%

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$280 → $106

62%

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$279 → $113

59%

7 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 17

$264 → $107

59%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Seattle

Sacramento - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Sacramento to Seattle are above the typical level for the past 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

November and December are historically cheapest.

Historically, November and December offer the lowest median prices at $71 for flights to Seattle.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 4h 3m.

Flights from Sacramento to Seattle typically take 4 hours and 3 minutes, with a median of 243 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequently available.

Direct flights are a mixed option, making up 54.7% of routes over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is one airline offering direct flights on the Sacramento to Seattle route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals on flights from Sacramento to Seattle are frequently available, occurring often over 30 days.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Seattle.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a primary arrival choice for flights from Sacramento to Seattle.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle (reachable by car, public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$135

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Consider Paine Field Everett for a closer alternative within the Seattle metropolitan area, offering less congestion.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$220

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the best prices for flights from Sacramento to Seattle are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $216. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise significantly, averaging $1050. Even booking 60+ days out can be more expensive, with an average price of $296.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Seattle is considered to be $147 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $259. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $596 or less in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, November and December have been the cheapest months to fly from Sacramento to Seattle, both with a median price of $71. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $130. The annual median price for this route is $259, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

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Sacramento to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Seattle

Regular price: $116 - $351

Prices for flights from Sacramento to Seattle are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $116 to $351. The current lowest deal is $96 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Oct 4-Oct 11.

now $96

Low $116

High $351

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Seattle

November

Cheapest

Flights from $71

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $516

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Seattle

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$486

$367

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$470

$348

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$476

$368

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$478

$358

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines

$476

$368

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Seattle

Sacramento (SMF) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$161

$101

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 6

$288 → $107

63%

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$280 → $106

62%

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$279 → $113

59%

7 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 17

$264 → $107

59%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Seattle