C$82 Cheap Flights from Seattle (SEAA) to San Jose (SJCA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle to San Jose? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$209. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to San Jose

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seattle to San Jose flights are currently cheapest in May.

Which airlines fly from Seattle to San Jose?

Seattle to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$82
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week323

Finding cheap flights from Seattle to San Jose: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in San Jose: San Jose International, San Jose Reid-Hillview, Oakland Metropolitan Oak, San Francisco International, Concord, Carmel Monterey Peninsula, and Sacramento Stockton.
The best price we found for a return flight from Seattle to San Jose is C$209. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle to San Jose.
Alaska Airlines, WestJet and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Seattle to San Jose.
As of April 2026, there are 323 flights per week flying from Seattle to San Jose.
The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to San Jose is usually May.
If you're flying from Seattle, the cheapest airport near San Jose is San Jose International – which is 4.7 km away from the centre of San Jose. We've found flights into this airport from C$209.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seattle to San Jose on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Jose, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Jose is Delta .

Travelling from Seattle to San Jose: what you need to know

  • Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out your departure options from this base when searching for your flights from Seattle to San Jose.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the chief entry point to San Jose.

  • On average, direct flights from Seattle to San Jose take 2 hours 12 minutes. San Jose and Seattle are in the same timezone (UTC-7), which means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 95 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Seattle to San Jose is with Alaska Airlines at 21:50. Go for the first SEA to SJC departure with Alaska Airlines at 06:00 if you want to get going early.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to San Jose, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • You don't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked your cheap flights from Seattle to San Jose.

Flying from Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Seattle to San Jose departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Begin your trip at SEA and touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).

  • If you want to leave from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to San Jose with Alaska Airlines.

  • We make it easy to plan a flight from Seattle to San Jose that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)

    • Ontario International Airport (ONT)

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 18 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 54 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to San Jose, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)

  • Split up your flight from Seattle to San Jose with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and San Jose include:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)

    • Ontario International Airport (ONT)

    • Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • You can reach LKE from central Seattle in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 23 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.

  • Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Seattle to San Jose, unwind in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:

Arriving in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to San Jose

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to San Jose is C$82. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$209. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To snag cheap flights from Seattle to San Jose, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to San Jose is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flights from Seattle to San Jose. There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle to San Jose.

Best time to go to San Jose

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to San Jose. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Jose in May.

  • The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle to San Jose in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from Seattle to San Jose in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.

More about San Jose

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in San Jose right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seattle to San Jose:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are highlights which should be on every San Jose itinerary.

Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental

  • Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Seattle to San Jose. Whether you want a compact ride, spacious sedan or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.

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