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$79+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to Palo Alto, CA

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SEA — SFO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Palo Alto are usually found in January or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Palo Alto

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$155
(iWofly)

One-way from

$79
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$242
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Palo Alto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Palo Alto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:00 amSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/206:00 amSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/259:28 pmSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 5/28:09 pmSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$156
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:30 amSEA - SFO
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Wed 4/235:40 amSFO - SEA
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/205:15 amSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/214:10 pmSFO - SEA
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$172
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/241:40 pmSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/264:10 pmSFO - SEA
1 stop8h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/183:17 pmSEA - SFO
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/209:39 amSFO - SEA
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/18:10 pmSEA - SFO
Nonstop2h 19mDelta
Mon 8/116:05 amSFO - SEA
Nonstop2h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/27$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:00 amSEA - SFO
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Sat 5/104:17 pmSFO - SEA
1 stop8h 27mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$198

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle to Palo Alto that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Palo Alto that are best for you.

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SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 6/18

7:00 am-9:11 am

Nonstop2h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-8:09 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$155

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/25

9:28 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

8:09 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$156

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 4/19

6:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops7h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

5:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 45m

$162

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 4/20

5:15 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 12m

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

4:10 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$172

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/24

1:40 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

4:10 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 34m

$183

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 6/18

3:17 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

9:39 am-4:37 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$189

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 8/1

8:10 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

6:05 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$192

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

4:17 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 27m

$198

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/25

6:10 am-8:27 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$79

SeattleSan Francisco

SEA - SFO

SEASFO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/17

6:30 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$80

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Palo Alto

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seattle to Palo Alto

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Palo Alto?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to Palo Alto may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Palo Alto?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Palo Alto (average of $276). Flying from Seattle to Palo Alto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to P4L?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Palo Alto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Seattle to Palo Alto, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Palo Alto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Palo Alto flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Palo Alto

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle to Palo Alto. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to P4L are scheduled on a Thursday (99 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Palo Alto by month

Plan your trip to Palo Alto by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palo Alto ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Palo Alto when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Palo Alto by month

Plan your trip to Palo Alto by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palo Alto, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Palo Alto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palo Alto. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Palo Alto. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Seattle to Palo Alto have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Seattle to Palo Alto?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, Seattle/Tacoma Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Palo Alto from Seattle. Booking flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Palo Alto should be relatively easy as there are 44 daily outbound flights to Palo Alto from 9 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Palo Alto flight route?

    This flight path from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Palo Alto was viewed by 126 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Palo Alto one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $80 and Southwest from $84 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Palo Alto?

    Before booking your flight to Palo Alto from Seattle, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Eastern (92%), Copa Airlines (89%), SWISS( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Palo Alto?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Palo Alto? While on average our users pay $1,228, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $77. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $127.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Palo Alto that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to Palo Alto flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seattle to Palo Alto?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to Palo Alto.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to Palo Alto?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to Palo Alto by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Seattle to Palo Alto?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Palo Alto (average of $276). Flying from Seattle to Palo Alto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Seattle to Palo Alto

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Seattle to Palo Alto. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$66Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$113Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$120Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$120Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$125Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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