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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Seattle to San Jose:

• Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:47 am
• Latest: departs at 9:41 pm and lands at 11:58 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 17m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to San Jose:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Seattle to San Jose takes 2h 17m, covering 697 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Seattle to San Jose range from $200 to $427, with an average of $279 over the past 12 months. Anything below $200 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 107% above the $279 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $279 round-trip, compared to $300 via a layover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Seattle to San Jose flights, with 46% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, evening flights for 27%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to San Jose flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Seattle to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $79, which is 63% below the typical average for this route.

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Fox
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz

Flights from Seattle to San Jose usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

Connecting flights from Seattle to San Jose most commonly pass through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 40% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Seattle to San Jose. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $262 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $375, a difference of $113.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Seattle and San Jose. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• Southwest

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 24m, compared with 15h 24m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Seattle to San Jose flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Travelers can hail a cab or take the Local Link Train from Chinatown Station/International District. Many bus options are also available, including King County Metro buses from South 176th Street and State Highway 99.

Yes. SJC offers several family-friendly amenities. Nursing rooms are located near Gates A and B. The Zoom Zone interactive play space is in Terminal B between Gates 25 and 24.