SJO - SEA

$261 Find Cheap Flights from San José to Seattle

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San José to Seattle departing on 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San José to Seattle, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San José to Seattle, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$415
Typical prices: $494-$416
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Sat 10/3Sat 10/10
SJO - SEA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$296
Typical prices: $268-$312
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/1
SJO - SEA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Seattle. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $511 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San José to Seattle (SJO-SEA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San José to Seattle that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Seattle

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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5:45 am - 10:46 pm
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SEA
18h 01m
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9:50 am - 11:15 pm
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12h 25m
1 stop
$415Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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5:45 am - 8:05 pm
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SEA
15h 20m
2 stops
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9:50 am - 11:15 pm
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SJO
12h 25m
2 stops
$421Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:45 am - 8:05 pm
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SEA
15h 20m
2 stops
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7:55 pm - 8:40 am
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SJO
11h 45m
2 stops
$423Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:45 am - 8:05 pm
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SEA
15h 20m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 11:15 pm
SEA
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SJO
15h 15m
2 stops
$430Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:45 am - 5:57 pm
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SEA
13h 12m
2 stops
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7:55 pm - 8:40 am
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SJO
11h 45m
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$432Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1
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5:45 am - 8:05 pm
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SEA
15h 20m
2 stops
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2:37 pm - 9:35 am
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SJO
16h 58m
2 stops
$438Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 10
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5:45 am - 6:26 pm
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SEA
13h 41m
2 stops
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9:56 am - 11:15 pm
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SJO
12h 19m
2 stops
$439Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:45 am - 5:57 pm
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SEA
13h 12m
2 stops
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2:37 pm - 8:30 am
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SJO
16h 53m
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$441Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:45 am - 5:57 pm
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SEA
13h 12m
2 stops
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11:06 am - 9:35 am
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SJO
21h 29m
2 stops
$443Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23
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5:45 am - 9:42 pm
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SEA
16h 57m
1 stop
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8:45 pm - 11:15 pm
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SJO
25h 30m
1 stop
$445Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Seattle flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José to Seattle to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Seattle?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San José to Seattle departing in October.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Seattle?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Seattle, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San José to Seattle is October, where tickets cost $452 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $644 and $620 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José to Seattle?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Seattle, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Seattle, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$296
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Flight from San José to Seattle

When to book flights from San José to Seattle

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Seattle based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from San José to Seattle

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José to Seattle?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Seattle was $261 for a one-way ticket and $415 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San José and Seattle?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San José and on arrival in Seattle.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San José to Seattle?

    On your way to Seattle, you’ll fly out from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You’ll be landing at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San José to Seattle?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Seattle flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Seattle?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San José and Seattle, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San José to Seattle, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San José to Seattle are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $634 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $515 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Seattle?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San José to Seattle.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San José to Seattle?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Seattle from San José is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San José to Seattle?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Seattle with an airline and back to San José with another airline. Booking your flights between San José and SEA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San José to Seattle?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Seattle from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from San José to Seattle

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San José to Seattle. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San José to Seattle? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12319 reviews
8.5Crew
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
7.1Food
8.1Boarding
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Our flight from Raleigh to Seattle delayed by hour plus. We missed connection as we couldn’t get to next gate in time Then we waited till 2:30 plane and then sat on tarmac loaded for half hour then our luggage couldn’t be found finally found where it was 2 employees sent us in wrong direction

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2026
RDU - SEA
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Our flight from Raleigh to Seattle delayed by hour plus. We missed connection as we couldn’t get to next gate in time Then we waited till 2:30 plane and then sat on tarmac loaded for half hour then our luggage couldn’t be found finally found where it was 2 employees sent us in wrong direction

Made up time on a late flight and made the connection

They were really helpful with every question and my kids had never been on a plane and the staff made them feel comfortable

The merging of Kayak & the airline’s website was not always clear. Both on their own provided adequate Information about the flight. I had some challenges retrieving the boarding pass. I relied on the agent & may have paid the baggage fee twice.

Tucson AS767 flight yesterday from Tucson to SeaTac international Flight left Tucson around 7:44 am My name is Tanya Blendheim and I had a horrible experience yesterday morning at Alaska Airlines desk leaving from Tucson AZ. The agent was extremely rude and questioned everything about my trip. First she said (in a less than pleasant tone) you know your flight boards in 8 minutes? And we stop checking luggage 15 minutes before boarding. I acknowledged the first statement, but said that I didn't know about the check bag policy. (Another passenger, a man, was right behind me and he was denied checking his bag, which made him have to go back to his car to leave liquids behind) I also needed wheelchair assistance for my friend. I ended getting the wheelchair myself. The agent also said I wasn't checked in, which I was. One person in our group was no longer flying. She also said I had to pay $40 to check my bag and that my bag was 6 pounds over. The thing is, everything she said to me was said in a sassy tone and that was not professional or necessary. There are ways of informing customers of what is happening, without being condescending or rude.

very nice blankets and comfortable seats. great service. Great flights.

I’m biased. I work at the airport and within these systems so I know how to be effective. On top of that part though everyone was friendly and helpful. Both legs of my trip were on time. My baggage was handled with care. Alaska’s part of my experience was top notch.

Hello, Our flight arrived late, and the flight we were to connect to the departure time was moved up. At first our flight was scheduled to arrive at 10:40, but it arrived at 10:56. Our connecting flight was scheduled to leave at 11:25, and it was moved to 11:20. Also the terminal was moved from N to S. N would have been in the same terminal as the one we arrived in-- to get to S we had to take 3 trains to get to. And when we arrived at the gate, around 11:15, they said the gate was closed and would not open it. We had come from a funeral in Boston, and the person that helped us get new tickets said, "did you come from a girsl trip?" No, we did not. We were coming from a funeral. This experience was not what we expected/wanted. My friend, because she had to run to S, got a migraine and turned pale. In addition, I paid an extra $70 for an aisle seat that was more upfront, to make sure I can get off the plane faster and make the connecting flight. The fact that the plane not only did not wait, but left earlier, is absolutely unacceptable. This was a terrible experience, and I hope that I can be refunded for this horrible experience.

A gentleman at the desk for my boarding from Seattle to Anchorage randomly selected me and told me they would need to check my carry-on despite having multiple lithium-ion batteries all of which were in communication devices essential for time in Alaska. There was ample overhead compartment space and I was lucky non of my equipment was damaged due to his unnecessary use of power. A quick check with the flight crew would have likely resulted in an answer that ample space remained allowing me to keep my personal and important items near by. I did lose WiFi twice and that detracted from my entertainment which I do not commonly use.

Flight was cancelled which destroyed the rest of our journey.

Flew steerage class. Short on leg room unless you pay more. No window unless you pay more. Etc. United is trying to squeeze every cent from you. It doesn’t make for any loyalty.

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

Was great in general, try to respect time and excuses when slight changes have been made, appreciated!

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

Flight crew was super friendly and helpful. Food was frequent and honestly pretty good. Plenty of on-board entertainment. Economy seats are super cramped for such a long flight, but the crew allowed people to get up and stretch, and kids could wander with their parents, so we all made it work. Overall a very good experience.

Standard flight with a drinks and a snack- overall very quick flight. The flight attendants were very strict, bordered on rude.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

Outstanding service, great food, friendly & efficient crew, safe & comfortable flight

Staff were not attentive, wifi did not work, cut my head in the bathroom due to the position of the soap on the sink, had blood running down my face, told staff, they had no expression no sympathy, didn't even say "sorry", they said "oh we will have a look at that" about 10 mins later the purser brought me a bandaid, still no sorry.... Shocking

Left early arrived early..right amount of talking from pilots..of course had to love the biscuit and water!

I would like a refund for the extra cost the seat I paid for. An oversized person sat next to me and I couldn’t fit on my seat and had to move to another seat.

Boarding gate at LAX was too crowded—two gates next to one another

The flight was delayed about an hour for a maintenance specialist to approve the maintenance repair

This flight was delayed but it worked in my favor because my Atlanta to Dallas flight was delayed.

This was a hard flight. 3 delays out of OKC (1 on the Tarmac). Delay in Atlanta coming to Dallas. total travel time was the equivalent of driving from OKC to Atlanta.

Like: flights are on time, good boarding process Can improve: planes are old, improve entertainment and make space more comfortable

Had to wait for a gate for a long time, then waited on the run way for a long time before leaving. The actual flights part was good.

Poor... food was horrible, boarding very slow, service on board mediocre

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

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