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

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:22
• Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 00:07.

The flight takes about 2h 22m.

A direct flight from San Jose to Seattle takes 2h 22m, covering 697 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from San Jose to Seattle range from £157 to £307, with an average of £217 over the past 12 months. Anything below £157 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 103% above the £217 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £154 return via Denver Intl (DEN), compared with £217 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 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 San Jose to Seattle flights, with 42% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 8%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £98 to £597. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue

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

One-way fares from San Jose to Seattle are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £69, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £46 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Fox
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Hertz

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

One-stop flights from San Jose to Seattle most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 27% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) – 27% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from San Jose to Seattle. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £193 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £241, a difference of £48.

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

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

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• Southwest

Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 34m, compared to 9h 58m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 12h 31m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are The Westin Seattle, Seattle Center, and Seattle Marriott Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Jose to Seattle 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

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

You can use the Mother’s Room, which offers a private and quiet space equipped with adjustable lighting, power outlets, rocking chairs, and more. One of these facilities is located at the Kid’s Play Area. Other locations include S Gate Mezzanine Level, Gate C10, Gate A9, Gate N2, Gate D23, and Gate D10. You can rent a car seat and stroller at the Smarte Carte Storage section in Baggage Claim.

Both Delta and Alaska Airlines fly nonstop from San Jose International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you want to compare rates and schedules, you should book through KAYAK for comprehensive details about the different flights.

If you have a pet and want facilities that can keep your companion happy, San Jose International Airport offers several relief areas, located post-security and pre-security. The pre-security locations are outside Terminal A, south of the parking garage, and outside Terminal A, north of the ticketing area. Also, there’s a facility outside Terminal B north of ticketing. Post-security, the pet relief area is inside the passenger walkway located between gates 16 and 17.

Passengers who prefer to book a room have several hotels near the airport to choose from. Red Roof Inn is located 4min from the airport, and guests get a complimentary airport shuttle service, which runs every 20min. La Quinta Inn & Suites, also located 4min from the airport, offers a free shuttle service. You can also book accommodation at Red Lion Hotel or Hilton Seattle Airport Hotel, both located less than 5min from the airport.