24 hour car service in Seattle
Pickups at 3 a.m. for the first flight out, and red-eye arrivals after the trains stop. Private cars run every hour of every day by reservation, from $75 with taxes and tolls included and a price set before you ride.
Is there a 24 hour car service in Seattle?
Yes. Seattle Airport Taxi runs private cars 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by reservation, including 3 and 4 a.m. pickups for early flights and arrivals after light rail stops around 1 a.m. Rides start from $75 in an Economy Sedan with taxes and tolls included, and the price is set when you book.
Getting to or from SEA between midnight and 5 a.m.
What is running when the trains are not.
| Booked private car | Link light rail | Metered taxi | Rideshare app | Hotel shuttle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Running? | Yes, by reservation | No, roughly 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. Mon–Sat | Usually, at the SEA taxi curb | Availability varies | Depends on the hotel |
| Pickup at home | Yes, at your booked time | No | Call and wait | Wait for a match | No |
| Price | Set when you book | Not running | Meter | Can rise at busy times | Often free |
| Best for | Early flights, red-eyes, families | Daytime travel | Arrivals without a booking | Short trips, light bags | Airport hotel guests |
Planning an early-morning flight from SEA
How to make a 6 a.m. departure easy.
When to arrive
Allow 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 before international flights.
Pickup time calculator →Early roads are quick
Before 6 a.m. the drive is usually at the short end of the range, but security lines at SEA can already be long.
Book the night before at the latest
Book as soon as plans are set, especially on holidays and cruise days. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
Bags at the door
Have bags ready at the pickup time. Free waiting at homes and hotels is 15 minutes.
Car seats
Reserve them when you book so they are fitted before you leave.
Night pricing
Your price is shown before you pay. Overnight surcharge, if any: to confirm.
Landing late at SeaTac
Red-eyes, delays and missed connections are routine for us.
- Book with the flight numberWe track it through delays, even past midnight.
- Free waiting starts at landing30 minutes from your actual landing time, not the scheduled one.
- Meet your driverCurbside with a texted meeting point, or inside baggage claim with meet and greet for $50.
- Straight homeQuiet roads mean the shortest drives of the day.
Popular late-night and early-morning routes
Distance and typical drive time from SEA.
Seattle
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Seattle →Bellevue
25–40 min from SEA
SeaTac to Bellevue →South Lake Union
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to South Lake Union →Capitol Hill
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Capitol Hill →Redmond
30–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to Redmond →Kirkland
30–50 min from SEA
SeaTac to Kirkland →Renton
12–20 min from SEA
SeaTac to Renton →Federal Way
15–30 min from SEA
SeaTac to Federal Way →Tacoma
25–45 min from SEA
SeaTac to Tacoma →Everett
45–70 min from SEA
SeaTac to Everett →Lynnwood
35–55 min from SEA
SeaTac to Lynnwood →SeaTac hotels
5–10 min from SEA
SeaTac airport hotels →24 hour car service fares
Starting-from prices for a one-way private ride, any hour. Your exact fare is shown before you pay.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Checked bags | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Sedan Tesla Model 3, Toyota Prius or similar | Up to 2 | 2 | $75 | Solo travelers and couples |
| Standard Sedan Tesla Model Y, Chrysler 300 or similar | Up to 3 | 3 | $85 | Business travel, small families |
| Mini Van Toyota Sienna, Mercedes Metris or similar | Up to 4 | 4 | $125 | Families, car seats, extra luggage |
| Passenger Van Groups of 5 or more | 5+ | Group luggage | $200 | Groups and teams |
Included in every booked ride
No add-on needed.
- Private, non-stop ride for your party only
- Taxes and tolls on the route
- Flight tracking and 30 minutes free waiting at SEA
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
Extras, listed plainly
Added only if you choose them or need them.
- Meet and greet inside baggage claim: $50
- Car seats: $25 infant or toddler, $20 booster
- Pets in a carrier: $30. Service animals free
- Extra stops, paid parking and extra waiting time
- Gratuity is optional and chosen at checkout
Can I book a car for a 4 a.m. pickup?
Yes. We run 24/7 by reservation, and 3 and 4 a.m. pickups for early flights are routine.
How early should I leave for a 6 a.m. flight at SeaTac?
Aim to reach SEA 2 hours before a domestic departure, so 4 a.m. for a 6 a.m. flight. From downtown Seattle, that usually means a pickup around 3:30 a.m. Use the pickup time calculator on our airport transfers page for your area.
Does light rail run all night?
No. Link runs from about 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday to Saturday and about 6 a.m. to midnight on Sundays and holidays.
What if my flight lands after midnight?
Book with your flight number and your driver will be waiting. Free waiting starts at your actual landing time.
How far ahead should I book a late-night ride?
As soon as your plans are set. For same-day rides, call (206) 788-8851 to check availability.
Do you run on holidays?
Yes, every day of the year, by reservation. Holiday mornings book up early, so reserve ahead.
More from Seattle Airport Taxi
Book your early or late ride
Any hour, every day. Exact price shown before you pay.