Cheap Flights from Seattle (SEA) to San Jose (SJCA)

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      Flight deals from Seattle / Tacoma International to San Jose

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to San Jose? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $210. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to San Jose

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

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      Seattle to San Jose: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$210
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time2 hrs, 17 mins
      Most popular airlineQatar Airways
      Average flights per week249

      Finding cheap flights from Seattle / Tacoma International 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 / Tacoma International to San Jose is $210. 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 17 minutes is the average flight time from Seattle / Tacoma International to San Jose.
      Qatar Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Seattle / Tacoma International to San Jose.
      As of August 2026, there are 249 flights per week flying from Seattle / Tacoma International to San Jose.
      The cheapest month to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International to San Jose is usually October.
      If you're flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, 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 $210.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to San Jose on Saturday, 3 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 17 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 20°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.
      Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose.

      Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to San Jose: what you need to know

      • Jump on a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.

      • Seattle (the location of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport) and San Jose share the same timezone — UTC-7.

      • With 80 flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from SEA to SJC is with Alaska Airlines at 21:39.

      • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SEA to San Jose flight.

      • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

      • You can book a direct Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose ticket. Begin your trip at SEA and arrive at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).

      • Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose include:

      • Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

      • Planning to catch an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SEA:

      • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination without delay.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to San Jose

      • $109 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose flight. A return flight ticket starts at $210. These fares may change depending on availability.

      • Lock in cheap flights from SEA to San Jose by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

      • The best month for scoring cheap Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

      • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SEA to San Jose.

      • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose.

      Airports in San Jose

      Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

      • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to the centre of San Jose takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.

      • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

      • Look into staying at a hotel near SJC if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

      • Grab a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.

      • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SEA to San Jose.

      • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

      Best time to go to San Jose

      • Before scheduling your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in San Jose offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

      • The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

      • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

      More about San Jose

      • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Jose right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to San Jose:

      • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, Winchester Mystery House and San Jose Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in San Jose.

      Explore more of United States

      • San Jose has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres south-east of San Jose, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

      • Around 193 kilometres east of San Jose, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.

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