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      Flight deals from San Francisco International to Paine Field

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $131. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Seattle.$131 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $131, select.
      Seattle.$219 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $219, select.
      Seattle.$243 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.
      Seattle.$307 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.
      Seattle.$330 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.
      Seattle.$371 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr, returning Thu, 29 Apr.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $371, select.
      Seattle.$386 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $386, select.
      Seattle.$433 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $433, select.
      Seattle.$481 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr, returning Thu, 29 Apr.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $481, select.
      Seattle.$505 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $505, select.
      Seattle.$547 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $547, select.
      Seattle.$567 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.
      Seattle.$630 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $630, select.
      Seattle.$647 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $647, select.
      Seattle.$679 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Paine Field on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $679, select.
      Seattle.$684 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Paine Field.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Paine Field on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $684, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from San Francisco International to Paine Field found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Paine Field

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Paine Field flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Oct
      from $131
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      from $243
      Dec
      from $219
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      Direct flights from San Francisco International to Paine Field

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      San Francisco International to Paine Field: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from San Francisco International to Seattle below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Paine Field.

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      Seattle / Tacoma International

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      Paine Field

      33km from central Seattle
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      San Francisco to Seattle: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$131
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
      Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
      Average flights per week74

      Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Paine Field: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Paine Field is $131. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Paine Field.
      Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air and Qatar Airways fly direct from San Francisco International to Paine Field.
      As of September 2026, there are 74 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Paine Field.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Paine Field is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport on Monday, 26 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 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 Paine Field 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 Seattle is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Paine Field.

      Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Paine Field Airport (PAE): what you need to know

      • The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

      • San Francisco and Seattle share the same timezone, UTC-8.

      • Every week, there are ten San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, go for the 07:00 Alaska Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 19:06 with Alaska Airlines.

      • To ensure you get on your SFO to PAE flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

      • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

      • Getting to Seattle (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a breeze with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport.

      • Alaska Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

      • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for SFO to PAE flights is Alaska Airlines.

      Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • 78% of flights that depart San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.

      • San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

      Arriving at Paine Field Airport (PAE)

      • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PAE instead:

      • Line up a Paine Field Airport rental car from popular providers like Budget or Enterprise. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Seattle and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.

      • Increase your likelihood of snagging the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Paine Field Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart move.

      When to fly to Paine Field Airport (PAE)

      • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

      • When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Paine Field Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

      • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to PAE in February. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've done Seattle, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its leading sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

      • Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.

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