£52 Find Cheap Flights from Seattle to California

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Best California Flight Deals from Seattle

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Los Angeles
Los Angelesdirect£76
San Francisco
San Franciscodirect£98
San Diego
San Diegodirect£113
San Jose
San Josedirect£117

Cheap Flight Deals from Seattle to California (SEA-USCA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return 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.

Recent return flight deals from Seattle to California

Recommended return flight deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Seattle to California.
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18:50 - 21:25SEA-ONT
2h 35mdirect
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10:03 - 13:03ONT-SEA
3h 00mdirect
£73Frontier
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Mon, 19 May - Sat, 31 May
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10:06 - 12:51SEA-LAX
2h 45mdirect
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08:39 - 11:46LAX-SEA
3h 07mdirect
£76Frontier
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Mon, 19 May - Sat, 31 May
Spirit Airlines Logo
15:20 - 17:51SEA-LAS
2h 31mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:16 - 15:03LAS-SEA
2h 47mdirect
£82Spirit Airlines
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Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
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10:06 - 12:51SEA-LAX
2h 45mdirect
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18:52 - 00:10LAX-SEA
5h 18m1 stop
Mon, 19 May - Sat, 31 May
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16:59 - 19:10SEA-SFO
2h 11mdirect
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20:49 - 22:59SFO-SEA
2h 10mdirect
£98Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 27 May - Tue, 27 May
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20:01 - 22:11SEA-SFO
2h 10mdirect
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06:00 - 08:04SFO-SEA
2h 04mdirect
£100Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 10 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
18:59 - 23:53SEA-SFO
4h 54m1 stop
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08:20 - 10:30SFO-SEA
2h 10mdirect
£103Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 10 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
21:45 - 23:46SEA-OAK
2h 01mdirect
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19:54 - 22:00OAK-SEA
2h 06mdirect
£110Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Sat, 17 May
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13:50 - 07:10SEA-LAS
17h 20m1 stop
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12:16 - 15:03LAS-SEA
2h 47mdirect
Sat, 7 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
Spirit Airlines Logo
06:00 - 18:03SEA-SAN
12h 03m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
06:15 - 15:03SAN-SEA
8h 48m1 stop
£144Spirit Airlines
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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun

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.

What is the cheapest Seattle to California flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Seattle to California.
The cheapest ticket to California from Seattle found in the last 72 hours was to Ontario, at £64 return. The most popular route is from Seattle (SEA) to Ontario (ONT), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £64.

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 evening, when retur flights cost £247 on average. Morning departures are around 53% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £377.

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

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £219, 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 £110 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, when the average cost of return tickets is £192 and £191 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 Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from California, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday 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. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Seattle to California

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£52
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from Seattle to San Francisco

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

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Seattle to California 
RobertFlew with United AirlinesSEA-SFOMar 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 AirlinesSEA-PSPDec 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.
ROTKEOFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-ONTDec 2024
Alaska Airlines has always been great to fly in and out of Seattle.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-SBAJan 2025
Alaskan Airlines has a good flight schedule to Santa Barbara every day.
Verified travelerFlew with Qantas AirwaysSEA-LAXNov 2024
Alaska and Delta by far have the best service from Seattle to LA, with many flights a day. I honestly prefer Alaska in general, but they codeshare so much with American, whom I generally loathe, that I have been switching my flying to Delta simply to avoid American. American themselves run 2 CRJs a day via SkyWest to LA, and United runs one or two flights as well. The American service is what it is — I only took it due to a vastly lower price for a Qantas ticket to Australia.
ReidFlew with United AirlinesSEA-LAXOct 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.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-ONTOct 2024
SeaTac lets you make an appointment to get through security. SpotSaver. No cost. Online.
BruceFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-LAXNov 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 AirlinesSEA-SNAJul 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 AirlinesSEA-BURAug 2024
Burbank Airport is the best place to start your travels: small airport, short lines, and easy check in.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-SJCAug 2024
Unfortunately Southwest seems to be the best with no charges for the bags..atleast in 2024
JulieFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-SFOAug 2024
Please make sure you at least change your clothes if you are flying right after a sporting event where you participated. Don’t be stinky.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-SNAAug 2024
Flight was delayed 9-1/2 hours. Make sure you have somewhere to go in you have to check out of your hotel.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-SJCAug 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 AirlinesSEA-OAKJun 2024
Watch your flight status very closely, they can change last minute. The airline took no responsibility.
LauraFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-LAXJul 2024
LAX is a bit of a mess. Very long walk between terminals.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-SMFMar 2024
Alaska did great. By comparison my son and family went to Disneyland on Spirit and will avoid Spirit at all costs in the future.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSEA-FATMar 2024
Enjoy the flight. You can see Yosemite national park half dome and el capitan from left side window seat
LaurenFlew with DeltaSEA-LAXFeb 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 travellers 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 return 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.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Seattle to California

  • 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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Top airline flying from Seattle to California

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Seattle to California. 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 Seattle to California? 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.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9906 reviews
7.1Entertainment
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.1Food
Airline reviews

Flight was over an hour late, and we got notified every 15 minutes, beginning right at boarding, that it would only be 15 more minutes until we finally left about 75 minutes late. Of course, no compensation was offered.

2.0 MediocreMarian, Mar 2025SEA - PSP
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Flight was over an hour late, and we got notified every 15 minutes, beginning right at boarding, that it would only be 15 more minutes until we finally left about 75 minutes late. Of course, no compensation was offered.

I needed to board early and that was no problem. The snack was just ok. Alaska is an EXCELLENT airlines . . . luggage fast and easy.

Alaska Airlines needs more bag tag kiosks and bag check-in stations in Seattle. A single entry point for the bag tag kiosks would be helpful. This alleviates lines forming at each individual kiosk, which causes traffic jams for people passing through.

It was raining and cold and we had to walk outside to board the plane. And to have yo stand outside to wait in line to board. It seems they could find another way to send a few people at a time so passengers are not outside in the elements. Then to not have my luggage show up at my finally destination. Not happy with the whole experience.

I paid $49 to select my seat---6A a window seat just behind first class. When I started to get on the plane I was told that my seat had been given to someone else and I now had a middle seat. They finally gave me an aisle seat. When I told them I wanted my $49 back, I was told I would need to call alaska and fight with them to get my money back. And when i was on the flight people going by kept hitting me with their bags. I have tried calling alaska twice to talk about a refund but never got thru to the right person!

Check-in was easy, I did it from the app. Boarding was easy, the crew was great. Santa Barbara airport had a disabled plane so we had to land in Burbank to refuel. They kept us well informed, and everyone was great. A very entertaining person from the Burbank airport got on and told a few jokes.

It went very quickly even though we were late in leaving Fresno.

Like I said before the internet was shut off so there was little to do on this leg of the flight.

Finally get a snack n drinks! Just like the good ole days!

SeaTac was a mess first class check-in not clearly identified Temporary signage needed since only one door into Alaska check-in area directed you to coach baggage check.

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