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Quick Flight Summary from San Diego to Seattle

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $119
  • Direct flight duration 3 hour 5 min
  • Arrival airports LKE / SEA / PAE
  • Best days to book Tuesday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $173

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Seattle

Cheapest Direct Flight

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
20 Oct, Tue
San Diego – Seattle
3h 13m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
19 Oct, Mon
San Diego – Seattle
3h 13m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA
Shortest Flight

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
29 Oct, Thu
San Diego – Seattle
3h 7m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
12 Nov, Thu
San Diego – Seattle
3h 13m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
17 Nov, Tue
San Diego – Seattle
3h 18m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
9 Nov, Mon
San Diego – Seattle
3h 13m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
10 Nov, Tue
San Diego – Seattle
3h 11m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines
11 Nov, Wed
San Diego – Seattle
3h 8m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines
14 Nov, Sat
San Diego – Seattle
3h 12m
Non-stop
SAN–SEA

Last update: 05 October 2026 11:11

Estimated Prices for San Diego to Seattle Flights

Cheapest Day21 October Wednesday
Best Price
$106
Average Price
$202
$327
$106
$301
05Mon
Oct
$301
06Tue
$311
07Wed
$238
08Thu
$311
09Fri
$300
10Sat
$327
11Sun
$311
12Mon
$311
13Tue
$149
14Wed
$241
15Thu
$241
16Fri
$241
17Sat
$241
18Sun
$241
19Mon
$241
20Tue
$106
21Wed
$106
22Thu
$166
23Fri
$106
24Sat
$216
25Sun
$106
26Mon
$106
27Tue
$106
28Wed
$106
29Thu
$132
30Fri
$106
31Sat
$131
01Sun
Nov
$156
02Mon
$106
03Tue

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from San Diego City Center

San Diego Intl. Airport

San Diego International Airport is located 5 kilometres from the city centre, which is approximately a 10-minute drive. You can choose a variety of transportation options, including the metrobus and taxi.

Taxi

Taxis are the most commonly used mode of transportation to and from the airport. You can reach your hotel, the city centre, or any other destination comfortably by using a taxi. Taxi fares for travel to nearby neighbourhoods are generally low, however, it is important to keep in mind that taxi drivers receive a tip of up to 15%.

Metrobus

The metrobus, which is commonly referred to as ‘The Flyer’, can take you to the airport from specific bus stations in the city centre. There is also sufficient luggage space available in the metrobus. This is an easy and cheap mode of transportation.  

Shuttle Services

The shuttle service is another mode of transportation for those planning to travel to the airport from the city centre. If you want to get around the problem of transportation in a comfortable way, the shuttle service is an option to consider.   

Private Vehicle

Using your private vehicle is another option. The airport is located along Interstate 5 (I-5). You can drive to the airport by taking the State Route 163 (SR 163), the Interstate 8 (I-8), the I-15, and then by following directions. You can also park your vehicle at the airport’s car park area, but do note that car park fees are charged by the number of hours, days, and months.

Airport Information

There are many ways to spend your time at San Diego International Airport. You can purchase gifts at reasonable prices for those you care about at the Duty Free Americas, Gaslamp MarketPlace, InMotion Entertainment, and other stores inside the Terminal 2 building.

You can consider eating and drinking at the likes of Urban Crave, Tommy V's Pizzeria, and Starbucks. If you have time to spare before your flight, you can take advantage and relax at the spa saloon inside the terminal building.  

Transportation to Seattle City Center from Airport

Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport

Neighboring Canada, the seaport city of Seattle is the largest city in the state of Washington and a major city in the U.S. The city gets its name from an ancient Native American chief and its official nickname is Emerald City due to its lush greenery and beautiful nature.

The city of Seattle is served by the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a major airport that handled over 42 million passengers in 2015. Also referred to as Sea-Tac Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is used as a major transfer airport due to its proximity to Canada. Located about 24 km from the city, there are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport that are both quick and easy. The Link Light Rail system provides transportation between Sea-Tac Airport and downtown Seattle, which takes about 40 minutes. Other transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport include taxis, shuttle services, and rental cars.

Link Light Rail

The Link Light Rail system is the most commonly used means of public transportation in Seattle. These light rail trains are a great transportation alternative to get to the city center from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These trains provide transportation directly from the airport to downtown Seattle. The Link Light Rail is accessibly from the parking lot, on level 4. Trains operate every 7.5 to 15 minutes and take about 40 minutes to get to the city center from the airport. Monday to Saturday the Link Light Rail operates from 5 am to 1 am and on Sundays it operates from 6 am to midnight. Tickets can be purchased from kiosks at the station with cash or credit card.

Bicycle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport features various bicycle resources for passengers who want to travel to and from the airport by bike. The airport features bicycle assembly stations, bicycle parking areas, and long-term storage areas. There are over 50 bicycle rental stations located in the city that are a part of the city’s bike share system. Fees start at 8 USD. You can get to the city center from the airport by following the special bike paths and shared roadways.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels located in Seattle provide their guests with airport shuttle services. To take advantage of this service make sure to discuss it with the hotel you are staying at in advance. We recommend making a reservation for this service. Hotel shuttle services are an extremely practical and comfortable means of transportation but it can be a bit more expensive than taking a taxi. Depending on your destination in the city it can take about 20 minutes to get to downtown Seattle from the airport. 

Taxi

Taxis are a very convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Taxis are easily accessible from the taxi stands that are located on the 3rd floor of the parking lot. A taxi to the city center from the airport costs 50 USD on average and takes 20 minutes if there’s no traffic. The fare and duration will vary depending on your final destination in the city.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another way to get to the city center from the airport. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies at the airport are located at the Rental Car Facility. Shuttle buses depart from the terminal exits and provide transportation to the Rental Car Facility. Depending on the traffic it takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar Car Rental, Enterprise, Firefly, Hertz, National, Payless, and Sixt.

Shuttle

There are various shared ride van and scheduled airporter services that provide transportation from Sea-Tac Airport to the city center. Each company has specific drop off and pick up locations. For more information on shuttle services to the city, shuttle operators and fares please visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s website.

Seattle Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Sunday
4 Oct
Fog
19°10°
Today
Monday
5 Oct
Cloudy
19°10°
Tuesday
6 Oct
Cloudy
20°10°
Wednesday
7 Oct
Cloudy
20°10°
Thursday
8 Oct
Cloudy
21°11°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations San Diego Seattle

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for San Diego-Seattle flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all San Diego-Seattle flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For San Diego-Seattle flights, you can use San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport as departure airport, and Seattle Lake Union Airport, Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport, Paine - Snohomish County Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between San Diego-Seattle is 1707 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Diego-Seattle flights is Wednesday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Delta Air Lines starts from approximately $86.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Delta Air Lines
$86
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment
Alaska Airlines
$109
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American Airlines
$176
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece cabin baggage / In-flight Entertainment

Last update: 05.10.2026

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