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Cheap Flights from Seattle to California

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$170
San Francisco
San Franciscononstop$172
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$179
San Jose
San Josenonstop$161
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$215
Fresno
Fresno1 stop$222
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispononstop$277
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$298
Arcata
Arcatanonstop$233
Redding
Reddingnonstop$217
Imperial
Imperial1 stop$354
Merced
Merced1 stop$454
Reno
Renononstop$207
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$170
San Francisco
San Franciscononstop$172
San Diego
San Diego1 stop$179
San Jose
San Josenonstop$161
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$215
Fresno
Fresno1 stop$222
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispononstop$277
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$298
Arcata
Arcatanonstop$233
Redding
Reddingnonstop$217
Imperial
Imperial1 stop$354
Merced
Merced1 stop$454
Reno
Renononstop$207

Book Cheap Seattle to California Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Seattle to California 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to California

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
Frontier Logo
9:16 pm - 11:56 pm
SEA
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LAS
2h 40mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 10:00 am
LAS
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SEA
3h 00mnonstop
$146Frontier
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 7:40 am
SEA
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SMF
1h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:50 pm - 9:45 pm
SMF
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SEA
1h 55mnonstop
$147Southwest
Sun, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:32 pm - 9:08 pm
SEA
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LAS
2h 36mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:13 am - 11:04 am
LAS
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SEA
2h 51mnonstop
$150Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:28 am - 9:26 am
SEA
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SMF
1h 58mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:52 pm - 10:00 pm
SMF
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SEA
2h 08mnonstop
$153Alaska Airlines
Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 5
Delta Logo
8:34 pm - 11:10 pm
SEA
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LAS
2h 36mnonstop
Delta Logo
3:24 pm - 6:15 pm
LAS
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SEA
2h 51mnonstop
$157Delta
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 8:00 pm
SEA
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SJC
2h 15mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 8:33 am
SJC
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SEA
2h 17mnonstop
$161Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Sat, Aug 22
Delta Logo
5:47 pm - 8:13 pm
SEA
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SJC
2h 26mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:53 pm - 11:19 pm
SJC
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SEA
2h 26mnonstop
$171Delta
Wed, Aug 5 - Sat, Aug 15
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 9:25 am
SEA
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SMF
4h 10m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:53 am - 6:29 pm
SMF
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SEA
6h 36m
1 stop
$177United Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 5:24 pm
SEA
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LAX
6h 41m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 5:51 pm
LAX
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SEA
2h 47mnonstop
$177Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:13 pm
SEA
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SAN
5h 13m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 4:14 pm
SAN
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SEA
6h 25m
1 stop
$189United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Seattle to California flights

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

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

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

What is the cheapest Seattle to California flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to California from Seattle found in the last 5 days was to Sacramento, at $83 round-trip. The most popular route is from Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $146.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to California?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Seattle to California depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $309 on average. Morning departures are around 15% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $363.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Seattle to California?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $341, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to California?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to California, 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 Seattle to California is January, when tickets cost $219 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $311 and $298 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to California?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Seattle to California clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Seattle to California, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from California, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Seattle to California, 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 Seattle to California, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 49% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from Seattle to Sacramento

Flights from Seattle to California: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Seattle to California 
LindaFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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LAX
Jun 2026
Once you’re past security, you have to take the tram to your gate area. It’s quick and easy.
GeraldFlew with Delta
SEA
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SJC
Mar 2026
Flights earlier in the day are better - less chance of stacking delays. Much better than SFO flights, They're terrible in August (fog).
ChristineFlew with Hawaiian Airlines
SEA
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PSP
Dec 2025
Arrive early to go through security unless you have TSA pre check and/or CLEAR
MarisaFlew with American Airlines
SEA
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LAX
Jun 2025
Take Alaska Airlines - Clear was great to have at both airports, especially seattle where there was a large security line
Verified travelerFlew with Hawaiian Airlines
SEA
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ONT
Jun 2025
Make sure to be there on time because the bag drop off can be a little complicated and it takes quite some time to get to the gate.
ShuraFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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BUR
Apr 2025
Don’t . Delta has all the gates together for easy transfers and much more food and beverage selection
RobertFlew with United Airlines
SEA
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SFO
Mar 2025
If you’re picking up a rental car it’s not very clear that you have to take the train. Signage can be improved at SFO.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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PSP
Dec 2024
Be courteous of your fellow travelers. Remember the carry on baggage rules. Keep your jackets out of the storage bin on full flights. Don't move other people's luggage from one bin to another. Step out of the isle as quickly as you can. Be sure you're in the seat(s) assigned to you.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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ONT
Oct 2024
SeaTac lets you make an appointment to get through security. SpotSaver. No cost. Online.
ReidFlew with United Airlines
SEA
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LAX
Oct 2024
SeaTac does not have a very good or equitable system for security lines. First class passengers don’t have a TSA precheck option, while there are only 2 TSA precheck lines on opposite sides of the terminal. Highly recommend getting TSA plus Clear, as the airport heavily favors this combination, with each section of the terminal having one of these options. I almost missed my flight because the only TSA precheck line was about 45 minutes long.
BruceFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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LAX
Nov 2024
Tight interline connection at LAX - barely made the flight. Directions from AS arrival gate to separate AA commuter terminal for AS codeshare flight connecting to TUS would have been nice.
KimberlyFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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SNA
Jul 2024
When going to Disneyland fly to this airport. Only 8 miles from Disneyland and super quick to check in and check out. Highly recommend this airport!
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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BUR
Aug 2024
Burbank Airport is the best place to start your travels: small airport, short lines, and easy check in.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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SJC
Aug 2024
The airport is busy and a mess with construction. There is a train to take so account for extra time.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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SNA
Aug 2024
Flight was delayed 9-1/2 hours. Make sure you have somewhere to go in you have to check out of your hotel.
LauraFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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LAX
Jul 2024
LAX is a bit of a mess. Very long walk between terminals.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SEA
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FAT
Mar 2024
Enjoy the flight. You can see Yosemite national park half dome and el capitan from left side window seat
LaurenFlew with Delta
SEA
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LAX
Feb 2024
If you have kids, bring your own screens. We were counting on the inflight entertainment and it was a definite letdown. Also, TSA Pre-check is only available at station 2, but wait times are posted at each station so you can see if it’s worth the walk.

FAQs - booking California flights

  • Is there a lounge at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is a hub for many airlines that fly out to other states and countries. The airport has many lounges where you can quench your thirst with complimentary beverages and snacks offered at The Club lounge located at Concourse A next to Gate A12, open every day from 5 am to 12:00 am.

  • How do I get to city center from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    If you want to get to the city center from Los Angeles International Airport, you can pick a taxi at Lax-it near Terminal 1, inside parking lot 3 if you arrive at Terminal B and Terminal 3 and Terminal 7 for travelers arriving through Terminal 7 and 8. It will take you approximately 21 minutes to cover a distance of 29.2 km.

  • Is there a nursing room at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    Traveling can be stressful, so families with young ones have designated locations where parents can peacefully and privately breastfeed and take care of their kids at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These locations have ample space, a seating area, a lockable door, an electrical charging port, and a flat surface. The nursing suite is located at Concourse N adjacent to Alaska Lounge on the Mezzanine level. There are also nursing rooms at Concourse, Concourse D, and International Arrivals Facility.

  • Are there a business center at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    There are several business service centers for business travelers, such as Regus Business Centers Express, situated on Concourse C at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. This center gives travelers access to workspaces and various business services to stay in touch while out of the office.

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

    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 Seattle to California.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Seattle to California 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 Seattle to California?

    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 from Seattle to California with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 from Seattle to California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to California

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Seattle to the following destinations at these prices or less: Las Vegas $142 one-way - $236 round-trip; Los Angeles $166 one-way - $237 round-trip; San Francisco $174 one-way - $265 round-trip
  • Children may experience a meltdown at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) because screening appears to them to be chaotic and stress-filled. Keeping kids occupied and cared for when waiting for a flight is essential. Stop by the kid-friendly Playground between Central Terminal and Gate A, opposite the Delta Sky Lounge.
  • Travelers can get reasonable rates for both short-term and long-term parking at the SEA airport's parking lot, which has over 12,100 spaces. You have the option of parking in the Terminal lot, the General parking lot, ADA-accessible parking lots, over-height parking, and motorcycle parking, parking for electric vehicles, or extended day parking.
  • If your final destination is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), you are guaranteed to have a long list of car rental options. Reserving a car at the airport is a sure way of moving around the city conveniently and reliably. To locate car rental shuttle services at LAX, go to the lower-level arrivals Terminal near the baggage claim area.
  • The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport can be reached by traveling a distance of 24 km from the city centre. Taxis are quick and easy transportation that may get you to the city's heart quickly and conveniently. Taxis transport you to the airport in around half the time it takes a line bus to get there, which is approximately 20 minutes.
  • Direct flights are available from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines for passengers who wish to travel to Los Angeles International Airport. You can book a nonstop flight to Los Angeles with any of these airlines if you have a seat reserved in advance.

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