What percentage of Seattle to Austin flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, 53.8% of flights from Seattle to Austin were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are common, many routes involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Seattle to Austin?

A direct flight from Seattle to Austin typically takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of 2847 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 7 hours and 4 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with direct routes.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Seattle to Austin come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deal availability. Travelers can typically find good opportunities for lower fares across the trailing 30 days.

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2026-10-19 – 2026-10-23
SEA - Austin
83% AI deal score
$243
$146
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2026-10-09 – 2026-10-23
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77% AI deal score
$204
$166
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70% AI deal score
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2026-10-19 – 2026-10-27
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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-19
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69% AI deal score
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2026-10-22 – 2026-10-27
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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-26
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Seattle to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Austin

A meaningful share of recent fares from Seattle to Austin, specifically 53.8%, are for non-stop flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates a mixed offering where you can find direct flights from Seattle to Austin, but connecting options are also common.

When considering cheap flights from Seattle to Austin, the fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $272–$537, with a median of $365. Currently, about 5% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that favorable deals are available but may require some searching.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Austin, the data indicates that June and August are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $239. April also presents a good option, with a median fare of $255. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

A typical journey from Seattle to Austin takes approximately 8h 49m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for the total travel time you might experience on this route.

The distance between Seattle and Austin is approximately 2847 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, meaning you can expect a flight that is longer than a short domestic hop but not a full intercontinental trip.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Austin

Regular price: $202 - $415

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Austin is typically between $202 and $415. The current lowest deal is $146 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 23.

now $146

Low $202

High $415

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Austin

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Austin is June, with a median price of $239. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $511. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $239

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $511

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Direct flights from Seattle to Austin

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Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Austin

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Austin

Seattle (SEA) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$447

$398

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Austin

Seattle (SEA) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$232

$200

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Austin

Seattle (SEA) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$253

$234

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Austin

Seattle (SEA) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$253

$252

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Austin

Seattle (SEA) - Austin (AUS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$167

$285

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Austin

Seattle (SEA) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$240

$258

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$243 → $146

40%

14 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 23

$204 → $166

19%

3 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 19

$244 → $208

15%

6 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 7

$232 → $201

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Austin

Seattle - Austin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Seattle to Austin are below the typical level, with 5% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

June and August offer the lowest median prices

Historically, June and August have offered the lowest median prices at $239 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 49m

The median flight time from Seattle to Austin is 8 hours and 49 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Over half of recent flights are direct

53.8% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Seattle to Austin appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International offers flights to Austin, with prices from $236, making it a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$236

Austin main airports to arrive at

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Austin.

📍 ~11 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

Airports nearby Austin used as alternative

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International (SAT) is a practical alternative due to its proximity to Austin.

📍 ~120 km from Austin (reachable by car, but I-35 traffic can be congested).

💸 Flights from ~$217

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Austin

$789

Save $476

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

Across the trailing quarter, the best time to book flights from Seattle to Austin was typically 60+ days out. Flights booked in this window had an average price of $272. In contrast, booking 7-13 days before departure saw average prices rise to $682. Prices for flights booked 0-6 days out averaged $443.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Seattle to Austin has been around $272. This figure represents the threshold for what is considered a cheap fare based on pricing across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route was $365, while prices could go up to $537 or more.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Seattle to Austin have been June and August, both with a median price of $239. April also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $255. The annual median price for this route was $365, indicating that these months offered significant savings.

Seattle to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Seattle to Austin

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Austin

Regular price: $202 - $415

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Austin is typically between $202 and $415. The current lowest deal is $146 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 23.

now $146

Low $202

High $415

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Austin

June

Cheapest

Flights from $239

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $511

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec