Flying from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
San Jose and Seattle are both in the UTC-8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 77 San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, select the 06:15 Alaska Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 21:55 with Southwest Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your SJC to SEA flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport available through various airlines, getting to Seattle (and then other corners of the United States) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 88.57% of services arriving on schedule, Delta is the most punctual carrier operating SJC to SEA flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SJC and SEA include:
Portland Airport
Boise Airport
Spokane International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
At the moment, R 778 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,476. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SJC to SEA, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from SJC to SEA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about San Jose International Airport (SJC)
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
83% of flights leaving San Jose International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SJC.
San Jose International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SJC:
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from San Jose International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJC to SEA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
