How many flights from San Jose to Seattle are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 51.7% of flights from San Jose to Seattle were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that direct flight options are readily available for this route. Travelers can typically find a good selection of non-stop services when planning their trip.

What's the flight time from San Jose to Seattle?

The median direct flight time from San Jose to Seattle is typically 2 hours and 17 minutes, covering a distance of 1122 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 5 hours and 38 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for travelers. Planning for a direct flight will significantly reduce travel time.

Should I set a price alert for San Jose to Seattle flights?

Based on historical trends, deals for flights from San Jose to Seattle are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable price. The frequent nature of deals means there are often chances to find competitive offers.

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San Jose to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Seattle

Right now, the cheapest flights from San Jose to Seattle start at prices that are below the typical level for this route. Over the last 90 days, fares for this route typically ranged from $195 to $399, with a median of $279. Only about 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly low prices can be challenging.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Jose to Seattle, the best time to fly is often during the cooler months. February and January stand out as the cheapest months, both with a median fare of $134. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $156.

A typical journey from San Jose to Seattle takes about 2h 17m. Since a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the median flight time for direct flights is also 2h 17m. However, if your itinerary includes connections, the typical journey extends to 8h 13m.

When flying from San Jose to Seattle, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 51.7% of recent fares being direct flights. For itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to monitor prices regularly.

The distance between San Jose and Seattle is 1122 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, whether you opt for a direct flight or one with a single connection.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Seattle

Regular price: $183 - $377

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Seattle is $183 to $377. The current lowest deal is $96 with Deutsche Luft Hansa for travel from Oct 5-Oct 6.

now $96

Low $183

High $377

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from SJC to SEA is April, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $436. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $129

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $436

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Direct flights from San Jose to Seattle

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Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Seattle

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Everett

San Jose (SJC) - Everett (PAE)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$478

$319

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Seattle

San Jose (SJC) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$269

$96

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Seattle

San Jose (SJC) - Seattle (SEA)

Southwest Airlines

$205

$97

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Seattle

San Jose (SJC) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$256

$97

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Seattle

San Jose (SJC) - Seattle (SEA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$264

$97

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Seattle

San Jose (SJC) - Seattle (SEA)

$461

$137

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 24

$449 → $106

76%

1 night

Oct 16 - Oct 17

$450 → $107

76%

7 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 13

$430 → $106

75%

3 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 8

$461 → $137

70%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Seattle

San Jose - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Seattle are below the typical level at $96.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February or January for the best prices

Historically, February and January offer the lowest median prices at $134.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 17m

The typical direct flight from San Jose to Seattle takes 2 hours and 17 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available on this route

Direct flights are available, making up 51.7% of recent flight options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has direct flights available from San Jose to Seattle.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from San Jose to Seattle are frequent, appearing often.

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International is a convenient option for flights from San Jose to Seattle.

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

💸 Flights from ~$133

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from San Jose to Seattle.

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

💸 Flights from ~$133

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

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

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$221

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

$517

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the sweet spot for booking flights from San Jose to Seattle to secure the cheapest prices is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $229. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $345, while booking 7-13 days out shows an even higher average of $528. Even booking 60+ days in advance tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $271.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Jose to Seattle is considered to be around $195 or less. The median price for this route was observed to be $279. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $399 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $195 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from San Jose to Seattle are January and February, both with a median price of $134. April also tends to offer competitive prices, with a median of $156. The annual median price for this route is $279, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months for their journey.

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San Jose to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Seattle

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Seattle

Regular price: $183 - $377

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Seattle is $183 to $377. The current lowest deal is $96 with Deutsche Luft Hansa for travel from Oct 5-Oct 6.

now $96

Low $183

High $377

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Seattle

April

Cheapest

Flights from $129

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $436

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec