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Seahawks Super Bowl Ticket Prices Surge Above $7,000 as Fans Flood Flights

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Seahawks Secure Super Bowl Spot and Set Up Patriots Rematch Seattle clinched its first NFC title in over a decade by defeating the Los Angeles Rams, earning a berth in Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots, a repeat of the 2015 showdown [4][1]. The victory ends a ten‑year conference drought and fuels a redemption narrative among fans and commentators [4].

Ticket Prices Skyrocket on Secondary Market Secondary‑market listings now start near $6,700–$7,000 for single seats and climb toward $25,000 for premium locations [1][2]. A team‑run lottery offers season‑ticket holders the chance to buy tickets at face value as low as $950, but most fans face total expenses approaching $10,000 when airfare and lodging are added [1][2][1].

Airlines Expand Seattle‑Bay Area Service Amid Fan Surge Alaska, American, Delta, and United added 16‑plus round‑trip flights between Seattle and San Francisco/San Jose, with some carriers reporting a 450 % jump in operations for the Super Bowl week [3]. Despite added capacity, fares frequently exceed $1,000, prompting airlines to urge early bookings and weather monitoring [3].

Local Businesses and Retailers Experience Record Demand Seattle retailers scrambled to meet a post‑title merchandise rush, causing Simply Seattle’s website to crash and prompting a nationwide shirt‑production surge [2]. In the Chinatown‑International District, businesses projected a 50 % sales jump and recorded a 20 % increase in foot traffic during playoff weekend [7].

Fans Mobilize Through Lotteries, Travel Searches, and Watch Parties Google Trends showed a dramatic spike in ticket and flight searches from Washington state within hours of the championship win [1]. Lottery winners like Naila Tariq received rare ticket allocations, while fan clubs organized watch parties across multiple cities, reinforcing a nationwide 12s community [4][8].

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Timeline

2014 – Seattle captures its only Lombardi Trophy by defeating the Denver Broncos 43‑8 in Super Bowl XLVIII, a milestone the franchise cites while promoting 2026 Super Bowl gear. [1]

2015 – Seattle loses Super Bowl XLIX to the New England Patriots 28‑24, a defeat that fuels the team’s redemption narrative heading into Super Bowl LX. [1]

Jan 12, 2026 – The Seahawks announce they will host the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC divisional playoff at Lumen Field after clinching the No. 1 seed (14‑3); tickets start at $524 and the club warns season‑ticket holders that resale could jeopardize next‑year renewal. [13]

Jan 13, 2026 – Seahawks officials reiterate the resale warning, stressing that home‑field advantage depends on loyal fans filling the stadium; Jeff Hindle notes the crowd’s “deafening roar that turned into a hum.” [14]

Jan 14, 2026 – Pioneer Square merchants brace for a rare January surge as the playoff game approaches; Henry Watson of RailSpur describes the mood as “electric,” while Angela Nguyen says the event provides a crucial boost during the winter slowdown. [11]

Jan 17, 2026 – Seattle hosts the 49ers at 5 p.m. in the divisional round; Lil Jon headlines the halftime show, tickets sell for as low as $578.40, and the franchise again cautions that ticket resale may affect renewal eligibility. [12]

Jan 20, 2026 – Resale tickets for the upcoming NFC Championship climb to about $876 as most inventory is held by season‑ticket holders; fans remain confident that Seattle’s famed loud atmosphere will pressure the Rams. [9]

Jan 21, 2026 – Seahawks supporters fill Backstage Bar & Grill in Culver City, Los Angeles, for a watch party; longtime host Cedric Morris says, “It feels good to wear Seahawks gear in LA,” and Ana Krafchick recalls fainting after the Week 16 win over the Rams. [8]

Jan 24, 2026 – The team launches a “ChampionSHIP” cruise on Lake Union, lighting up multiple lake sites; former defensive end Cliff Avril raises the 12th Man flag atop the Space Needle, declaring the start of “Blue Friday.” [6]

Jan 24, 2026 – Chinatown‑International District businesses anticipate a 50 % sales jump on game days; owner I‑miun Liu projects the surge, while the district reports 48,000 visitors for the previous playoff weekend—a 20 % YoY increase. [7]

Jan 26, 2026 – Fanatics rolls out official Super Bowl 60 merchandise—hats, hoodies, T‑shirts—celebrating the Seahawks’ NFC title run. [1]

Jan 26, 2026 – Major airlines add extra Seattle‑Bay Area capacity for Super Bowl week: Alaska adds 16 round‑trip flights, American boosts Seattle‑San Jose service by 450 %, Delta adds a sixth daily Seattle‑San Francisco flight, and United launches a new Seattle‑San Jose round‑trip; fares already exceed $1,000. [3]

Jan 26, 2026 – After beating the Los Angeles Rams, the Seahawks secure a Super Bowl LX berth, setting up a redemption clash with the Patriots; Sea Hawkers Booster Club members appear on KING 5, and a ticket lottery offers season‑ticket holders a chance at face‑value seats. [5]

Jan 27, 2026 – Seahawks fans scramble for Super Bowl tickets as secondary‑market prices start near $6,700; lottery winner Naila Tariq says she is “humbled and blessed,” while season‑ticket holder Terri Fletcher estimates the total cost (hotel, airfare, tickets) could reach $10,000. [2]

Jan 27, 2026 – Seattle retailers experience a sales surge; Simply Seattle’s website crashes from traffic, and fan John Reed declares, “My throat is still raw from yelling, and I’d take a $950 ticket over a $7,000 one.” [4]

Feb 5‑9, 2026 – Airlines operate expanded flight schedules for Super Bowl week: American runs additional Seattle‑San Jose flights on Feb 5‑7 and returns on Feb 9; Delta adds a sixth Seattle‑San Francisco flight on Feb 9; United offers a new Seattle‑San Jose round‑trip on Feb 7‑9. [3]

Feb 8, 2026 – Super Bowl LX takes place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, where the Seahawks will face the New England Patriots in a redemption matchup. [5][2]

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