Beautiful view of San Francisco skyline with tranquil waters and a dramatic sunset sky. — flights from Seattle to San Francisco
SeattleSan Francisco

Flights from Seattle to San Francisco

Nonstop flights from Seattle (SEA) to San Francisco (SFO) take about 1h 52m (1,093 km). Alaska Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $91 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

All flights from Seattle →All flights to San Francisco →

Photo of San Francisco: David McElwee on Pexels.

When you land in San Francisco

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A United Airlines jet soaring over the iconic San Francisco skyline. — arriving in San Francisco

Airport transfer

SFO → San Francisco, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

See transfer prices
Alaska Airlines plane soaring through a bright sky with fluffy clouds in Seattle. — lounges at Seattle AirportSeattle Airport · 2 lounges
Before you flyAirport lounges at Seattle →
Trains, buses and taxi faresSFO to San Francisco: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in San Francisco →22 drop-off points, from $2.00

Things to book in San Francisco

All 64 things to do in San Francisco →
from €14.54
Golden Gate Park 4.6 · 773 Tiqets reviews
California Academy of Sciencesfrom €23.21
California Academy of Sciences 4.7 · 667 Tiqets reviews
Golden Gate Bridgefrom €14.54
Golden Gate Bridge 4.6 · 660 Tiqets reviews
from €12.50
San Francisco Bay 4.6 · 617 Tiqets reviews

Find hotels in San Francisco

Hotels, hostels & more · Expedia

Search hotels

Airlines flying Seattle to San Francisco

Carriers on SEA–SFO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Alaska Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Seattle to San Francisco fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $91 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $88. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$13226 Oct 2026 · Alaska Airlines—
Nov 2026$10510 Nov 2026 · Alaska Airlines$88 · 1 stop26 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$9116 Dec 2026 · Alaska Airlines—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $88 for November 2026, $91 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Seattle to San Francisco, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

More for this trip

Frequently asked questions — Seattle to San Francisco flights

How long is the flight from Seattle to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Seattle (SEA) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 1h 52m, covering 1,093 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Seattle from San Francisco by air?
The great-circle distance between Seattle–Tacoma International Airport and San Francisco International Airport is 1,093 km (679 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Seattle to San Francisco?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SEA–SFO route include Alaska Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Seattle to San Francisco cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SEA–SFO was $91 USD with Alaska Airlines (nonstop), departing 16 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to San Francisco?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $88 one-way, against $132 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Seattle to San Francisco?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $88 with one stop against $91 nonstop, a saving of $3. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Seattle to San Francisco?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter San Francisco visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

Ready to book SEA–SFO?

Set a fare alert, check your visa, or search flights now.

🔔 Fare alert for SEA–SFO🌍 Check visa requirements ⚡ Connection risk checker