$60 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (SAN-PAE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $60 for one-way flights and $120 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$120 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $120 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 17
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$153 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $153 found 10 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $167 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$169 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $169 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$174 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $174 found 3 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 17
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$179 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $179 found 8 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 22 - Mon, Feb 9
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$181 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 22 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $181 found 6 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 6
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$183 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 18 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Tue, Jan 6, priced at $183 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
SAN
San Diego
PAE
Seattle
$257 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from San Diego to Seattle, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $257 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Seattle (PAE)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $126 - $512 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Seattle

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Snohomish County - Paine Field PAE. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 29 minutes. Flights from $367
PAE
Snohomish County - Paine Field
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center29 min
Flights from $367

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $60 or cheap return flight from $120 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Traveling in November can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SAN and PAE. You'll usually find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Take a direct flight with Alaska Airlines and head straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, flight durations and fares all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest SAN to PAE flight.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
On average, you'll only find 1 direct flight operating from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) each day. If this doesn't suit your schedule, check out flights with a layover. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one stop or more to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
More people fly between SAN and PAE at 7 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to PAE?
Saturday offers the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:42PM UTC-8, departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You'll be traveling for around 3h 12m, landing at Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) at approximately 10:54PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Flights from SAN to PAE have an average travel time of 3 hours and 12 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 1,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to PAE?
Consider traveling with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 82%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
To reach Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) on schedule, opt for a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Seattle from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
You'll arrive at Seattle - Tacoma Intl. Airport (SEA) or Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) when you travel to Seattle on a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SAN to PAE are usually more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to find a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to PAE flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SAN to PAE flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
If you booked your SAN to PAE flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

Travel information

Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
1081 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 12 mins

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San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $60 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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