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$68+ Cheap flights from Portland to Seattle (PDX - SEA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SEA
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in August or January, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$131
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$68
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$227

Good round-trip deal

$480 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Wed 5/78:00 pmPDX - SEA
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Wed 5/141:45 pmSEA - PDX
Nonstop1h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/10$137
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/125:22 pmPDX - SEA
Nonstop0h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/1310:00 amSEA - PDX
Nonstop0h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/10$143
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/34:00 pmPDX - SEA
Nonstop0h 54mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/48:00 amSEA - PDX
Nonstop0h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$152
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Wed 5/75:40 pmPDX - SEA
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/146:00 amSEA - PDX
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/10$153
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1510:41 amPDX - SEA
2 stops13h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/193:20 pmSEA - PDX
1 stop21h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/125:15 pmPDX - SEA
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Fri 5/163:50 pmSEA - PDX
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sat 5/31:45 pmPDX - SEA
1 stop11h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/47:33 pmSEA - PDX
1 stop17h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$423

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Seattle that are best for you.

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Portland

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Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Wed 5/7

8:00 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/14

1:45 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$137

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Mon 5/12

5:22 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/13

10:00 am-10:52 am

Nonstop0h 52m

$143

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Sat 5/3

4:00 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop0h 54m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/4

8:00 am-8:57 am

Nonstop0h 57m

$152

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Wed 5/7

5:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$153

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Thu 5/15

10:41 am-12:10 am

2 stops13h 29m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 5/19

3:20 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$218

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Mon 5/12

5:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/16

3:50 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$354

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Sat 5/3

1:45 pm-12:59 am

1 stop11h 14m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/4

7:33 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop17h 06m

$423

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Tue 5/13

7:42 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop0h 53m

$68

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Wed 5/7

4:00 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop0h 54m

$69

PortlandSeattle

PDX - SEA

PDXSEA

Portland

Tue 6/10

5:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

$76

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Seattle

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Seattle in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Seattle flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Seattle flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Seattle flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Seattle flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland-Seattle flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Portland to Seattle flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Portland to Seattle trip
Airlines
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways allows only one carry-on item in economy, plan accordingly.


Qatar Airways' business class offers luxury with pajamas and private pods.

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Korean Air

Korean Air's Sky Priority lanes streamline check-in for Prestige and SkyTeam Elite.


Korean Air offers 33”-34” seat pitch in economy, more spacious than many airlines.

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Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines offers 32” legroom in Main Cabin, ideal for short flights.


Alaska Airlines provides Wi-Fi for a flat fee, great for business travelers.

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Airports
PDX

Expect security wait times up to 30 minutes during peak hours. Use Express Lanes if eligible for faster processing.

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SEA

Take the Link light rail from SEA to downtown Seattle. It's affordable, runs every 10 minutes, and takes under 40 minutes.

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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Seattle

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seattle from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Seattle

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Seattle. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Seattle may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 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 Portland to Seattle?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from Portland to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 PDX to SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

When flying from Portland to Seattle, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 49% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Seattle?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Seattle. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Seattle

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Seattle. 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 April 11, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to SEA are scheduled on a Friday (72 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 on average).

Rainfall in Seattle by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seattle ranges from 0.7 - 6.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Seattle when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Seattle by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seattle, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Seattle

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seattle. 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 Seattle. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Portland to Seattle to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,851 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Seattle. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Seattle?

    If you book a flight from Portland to Seattle, you will be flying from Portland to Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Flights to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) from Portland (PDX) take 0h 48m for a nonstop flight. There are 59 flights from Portland to Seattle per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Portland to Seattle flight route?

    The Portland to Seattle/Tacoma Intl flight path was viewed by 277 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 flying from Portland to Seattle round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to Seattle round-trip from $131. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $137, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $143. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $68 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $69 and Spirit Airlines from $76 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Seattle?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to Seattle consider choosing Sun Country Air (100%), Aeromexico (97%) or Delta (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Seattle?

    While on average a flight from Portland to Seattle is generally $1,141, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $104. When looking at the most popular route, (Portland - Seattle/Tacoma Intl), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Seattle?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Seattle 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 Portland to Seattle?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from Portland to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 3 airlines flying from Portland to Seattle

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Seattle. 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$103Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$116Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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