What percentage of Seattle to Anchorage flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 74.5% of flights from Seattle to Anchorage are direct. For flights that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This data reflects trends observed over the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Seattle to Anchorage?

The typical direct flight time from Seattle to Anchorage is 3 hours and 43 minutes, covering a distance of 2326 kilometers. Flights with one stop historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 12 hours and 30 minutes. This substantial difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes for this journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Seattle to Anchorage?

Historically, good prices on flights from Seattle to Anchorage are frequent. This route is consistently observed to have favorable pricing. Travelers can often find competitive fares when planning their trips.

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Seattle to Anchorage: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Anchorage

A typical journey from Seattle to Anchorage takes about 7h 16m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2326 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Seattle to Anchorage, right now fares are below the typical level. Recent fares for this route typically range from $352–$598, with a median of $404. About 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Anchorage, October stands out with a median fare of $231. January and February also offer more affordable options, both with a median fare of $273.

Regarding direct flights from Seattle to Anchorage, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 74.5% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that do connect, travelers typically experience 1 stopover.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Anchorage

Regular price: $569 - $877

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Anchorage is between $569 and $877. The current lowest deal is $292 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 13-Aug 16.

now $292

Low $569

High $877

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Anchorage

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Anchorage is October, with a median price of $231. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $833. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $231

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $833

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Direct flights from Seattle to Anchorage

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Anchorage

Sat, Aug 8

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SEA - Anchorage

Seattle (SEA) - Anchorage (ANC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$702

$323

One-way

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SEA - Anchorage

Seattle (SEA) - Anchorage (ANC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$876

$437

One-way

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Seattle (SEA) - Anchorage (ANC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$700

$629

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Seattle (SEA) - Anchorage (ANC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$649

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Seattle (SEA) - Anchorage (ANC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$882

$672

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SEA - Anchorage

Seattle (SEA) - Anchorage (ANC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$889

$676

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

$844 → $292

65%

3 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 13

$882 → $349

60%

3 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 14

$844 → $348

59%

4 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 14

$876 → $411

53%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Anchorage

Seattle - Anchorage route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent Seattle to Anchorage fares are below the typical level, with 7% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $231

October is historically the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Anchorage, with a median price of $231.

⏱️ Flight duration

7h 16m is the median flight time

The median flight time from Seattle to Anchorage is 7 hours and 16 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

74.5% of recent flights are direct

74.5% of recent flights from Seattle to Anchorage are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from Seattle to Anchorage recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Seattle to Anchorage are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International offers flights to Anchorage, making it a convenient departure choice.

📍 ~20 km from Seattle (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$331

Anchorage main airports to arrive at

Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC)

Cheapest

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is the primary gateway to Anchorage and surrounding Alaskan destinations.

📍 ~10 km from Anchorage city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$331

Airports nearby Anchorage used as alternative

Fairbanks International (FAI)

Cheapest

Fairbanks International is a major alternative with comparable infrastructure and road connectivity to Anchorage.

📍 ~579 km from Anchorage (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$356

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Anchorage

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seattle to Anchorage is typically 14-27 days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $348 within this period. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise significantly to $669. Planning ahead by 7-13 days offered an average price of $409, which was still higher than the best window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seattle to Anchorage was considered to be $352 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $404. Fares exceeding $598 were in the higher price range. These figures are based on historical data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Seattle to Anchorage include October, with a median price of $231, and January and February, both with a median price of $273. The annual median price for this route is $404, indicating that these months offer substantial savings. These trends are based on data collected over the trailing 270 days.

Seattle to Anchorage: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Anchorage

A typical journey from Seattle to Anchorage takes about 7h 16m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2326 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Anchorage

Regular price: $569 - $877

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Anchorage is between $569 and $877. The current lowest deal is $292 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 13-Aug 16.

now $292

Low $569

High $877

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Anchorage

October

Cheapest

Flights from $231

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $833

Jan

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