Flights Seattle — San Francisco

Q: Which airlines operate flights on this route?

The main carriers are Alaska Airlines, United, and Delta. Flights are also offered by American Airlines and other major carriers.

Q: Which airport do flights arrive at?

Most flights from Seattle (SEA) arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is conveniently connected to the city by public transport.

Cheap flights Seattle — San Francisco

Below you can see the best deals on Seattle — San Francisco flights for the upcoming dates. Compare direct and connecting flights from different airlines and pick the ticket that suits you best.

The lowest price in the next 2 months is on July 14 — from 5 989 ₽.

Top 10 cheap flights Seattle — San Francisco

Direct flights Seattle — San Francisco

Offers on non-stop flights from Seattle to San Francisco for the upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest non-stop flight is operated by Alaska Airlines — about 2 h 11 m in the air.

Top 10 direct flights Seattle — San Francisco

About the Seattle — San Francisco flight

On this page, you can book tickets for flights from Seattle to San Francisco. The flight covers a distance of 1092 km, and the high frequency of service — about 192 flights per week — makes it easy to find a convenient departure time. Find information on how to get to Seattle airport and which transportation from San Francisco airport to take to reach the city center.

Carriers on this route include Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices vary by season and demand, so we recommend using the low price calendar and the price dynamics chart on this page to find the best deals.

Return route: San Francisco → Seattle tickets

Flight schedule Seattle — San Francisco

The table shows direct flights Seattle → San Francisco for the selected date. The flight takes about 2h 8m. Regular flights are operated by Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Paine Field, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.

Each row shows: local departure time, destination city and airport, flight number with airline, terminal or gate and status. Click a flight to open its details and switch to search. To view another day, change the date above the table.

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When to fly

The climate in San Francisco is moderate: the warmest weather typically arrives in September with an average high of 24.4°C. The rainiest and coolest period is December, which sees over 108 mm of precipitation and daytime temperatures around 14.3°C.

The lowest airfares are usually recorded in October — flights start from 5,834 ₽. Prices peak in June, when fares begin from 14,192 ₽, while in other months, the price remains around from 5,989 ₽.

The optimal time for a trip is between August and October: these months offer dry, warm weather, and ticket prices remain quite affordable. It is best to avoid flying in January and February if you want to minimize the chance of prolonged rainy days.

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Flight prices by day Seattle — San Francisco

Below is the calendar of lowest prices for Seattle — San Francisco flights by day. Pick a convenient date and see the fare instantly. The cheapest flights on this route start at 5,765 RUB in August, the most expensive reach around 14,192 RUB in June. If your dates are flexible, the calendar helps you pick the lowest fare for the period you need. To view round-trip prices, switch to the “Round-trip” tab above the calendar and pick a departure date — the right-side calendar will then highlight the lowest return fares for each day.

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How to book Seattle — San Francisco flights smarter

Book your tickets 2–3 weeks before departure to avoid the sharp fare increases typical for this popular business route.
Choose flights from Tuesday to Thursday — mid-week fares are often lower than those on holidays or Friday evenings.
Compare offers from Alaska Airlines and United, which operate direct flights most frequently, with connecting options if a price from 5,834 ₽ is a higher priority for you than travel time.
Use the price dynamics chart on this page to clearly see the price differences between nearby dates and select the most budget-friendly option.

Airlines

There are 14 airlines operating on this route, with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines leading in the number of flights. A total of about 192 departures per week are scheduled, including regular direct flights connecting two major cities on the US West Coast. A detailed schedule by day of the week and various route options are provided in the list below.

Alaska AirlinesAS
76/wk
WebsiteFleet: 31545 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO67/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 15m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight PAE → SFO9/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 12m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
39.8%Open →
United AirlinesUA
34/wk
WebsiteFleet: 956165 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO34/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 16m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
17.9%Open →
American AirlinesAA
33/wk
WebsiteFleet: 965211 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO33/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 17m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
- Direct flight PAE → SFO1/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 15m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
17.4%Open →
DeltaDL
14/wk
WebsiteFleet: 986190 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO14/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 20m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
7.3%Open →
Qatar AirwaysQR
10/wk
WebsiteFleet: 26640 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO10/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 16m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
5.2%Open →
Hawaiian AirlinesHA
7/wk
WebsiteFleet: 7511 M pax/yr
- Direct flight PAE → SFO7/wk
- Direct flight SEA → SFO1/wk
3.8%Open →
Korean AirKE
6/wk
WebsiteFleet: 16025 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO6/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 18m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
3.3%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
3/wk
WebsiteFleet: 14540 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO3/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 15m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
1.7%Open →
IcelandairFI
3/wk
WebsiteFleet: 524.7 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO3/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 18m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
1.4%Open →
CondorDE
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 508.5 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO1/wk
0.7%Open →
Fiji AirwaysFJ
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 212.2 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO1/wk
0.5%Open →
Virgin AtlanticVS
1/wk
WebsiteFleet: 415.3 M pax/yr
- Direct flight SEA → SFO1/wk
  Ave. duration
  2h 23m
  Days
  MoTuWeThFrSaSu
0.5%Open →

Cities and airports on the Seattle — San Francisco route

Flights Seattle — San Francisco depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Paine Field and land at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries and airports on this route: airlines, schedules and travel guides.

Departure

Seattle

SEA

United States

About the city Getting there Weather About United States

Arrival

San Francisco

SFO

United States

About the city Getting there Weather About United States

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Seattle-Tacoma International AirportSEA
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Paine FieldPAE
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San Francisco International AirportSFO
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FAQ: Seattle — San Francisco flights

How long is the flight from Seattle to San Francisco?

A direct flight covers the distance of 1092 km in approximately 2 hours. Travel time may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and the specific airline.

Which airlines operate flights on this route?

The main carriers are Alaska Airlines, United, and Delta. Flights are also offered by American Airlines and other major carriers.

Are there direct flights between the cities?

Yes, Seattle and San Francisco are well-connected by air, with numerous non-stop flights operating daily.

How can I find the cheapest flight?

Ticket prices change constantly based on demand. You can always check the current minimums and the best offers for specific dates in the low price calendar on this page.

Which airport do flights arrive at?

Most flights from Seattle (SEA) arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is conveniently connected to the city by public transport.

Where else to fly from Seattle

Where else to fly to San Francisco