$83 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (SFO-PAE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $83 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 4
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $137 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 31
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$147 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $147 found 3 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 22
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$149 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $149 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$154 Roundtrip, just found
$154
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $154 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 24
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $157 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Fri, Sep 26
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$166 Roundtrip, just found
$166
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $166 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Fri, Oct 3
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $167 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 19
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$170 Roundtrip, just found
$170
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $170 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Fri, Oct 3
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$171 Roundtrip, just found
$171
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $171 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
SFO
San Francisco
PAE
Seattle
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Seattle, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $257 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle (PAE)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $134 - $381 per traveler.

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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$136
Distance
711 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 4 mins

San Francisco to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $83 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 Francisco 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.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $83 or cheap return flight from $137 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
The cheapest month to fly from SFO to PAE is September, when demand is low. Off-peak months are generally when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
When setting off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can catch a direct flight to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SFO to PAE. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) offers 4 nonstop flights to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) every week. For more choice, take advantage of Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with a layover. Squeeze in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
The 2 PM departures from SFO to PAE are the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to PAE?
Friday has the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)'s first flight to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) takes off at approximately 2:31PM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 2h 16m, you'll land at around 4:47PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
The average flight time from SFO to PAE is 2 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of 710 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're taking a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Seattle, you can touch down at either Seattle - Tacoma Intl. Airport (SEA) or Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SFO to PAE right before your trip is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to PAE flight and hotel package?
Securing a SFO to PAE flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SFO to PAE flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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