$69 Cheap Flights from Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jun 11 - Tue, Jun 17
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$137 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 11 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 17, priced at $137 found 2 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, May 26 - Wed, May 28
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$147 Roundtrip, just found
$147
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 26 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $147 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jun 11 - Sat, Jun 21
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$152 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 11 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jun 21, priced at $152 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 10
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$156 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $156 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Sun, May 18
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Sun, May 18, priced at $157 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 18
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$162 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 8 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 18, priced at $162 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 5
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $167 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 10
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$173 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $173 found 2 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 29
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$177 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $177 found 11 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 11
PAE
Seattle
SFO
San Francisco
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from Seattle to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $183 found 1 hour ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
You can pick up cheap return fares starting at $131 from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Alaska Airlines flight leaving PAE on May 14 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PAE to SFO?
The cheapest flights from PAE to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Take a nonstop flight with Alaska Airlines and go straight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PAE to SFO?
With fares starting at $69 for a one-way journey from PAE to SFO, Alaska Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PAE on June 11 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, there are 4 nonstop flights taking off from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) per week. If you don’t see one that suits your schedule, think about taking a flight that includes a layover. Customize your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more and select the best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights between PAE and SFO are busiest at 9 AM. For a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from PAE to SFO?
Friday has the most flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider jetting off on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The first flight of the day taking off from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) is at around 9:30AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you’ll touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 11:44AM UTC-8. The overall travel time is 2h 14m.
How long does it take to fly from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from PAE to SFO have an average travel time of 2 hours and 14 minutes. The total distance between the two is 710 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Select a flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this time are on average 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 San Francisco from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport in San Francisco with direct flights from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE). Compare your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from PAE to SFO generally means paying more. While it’s possible to find some last-minute offers, they’re not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a PAE to SFO flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by securing a PAE to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage everything in one place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you reserved your PAE to SFO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.
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