SeaTac airport taxi
Skip the taxi line at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Book a private taxi before you fly, and your driver tracks your flight and waits for you, from $75 with taxes and tolls included and the price set in advance.
Where do you get a taxi at SeaTac Airport?
At SEA, taxis and rideshare cars pick up on the 3rd floor of the airport parking garage, across from the terminal. Metered taxis there charge King County meter rates with a $20 minimum from the airport, and some taxis charge a set fare by destination zip code. A pre-booked ride with Seattle Airport Taxi starts from $75 with taxes and tolls included, and your driver is already waiting when you land.
Three ways to take a taxi from SeaTac Airport
What each one costs and how it works. Meter rates are set by King County and the City of Seattle (joint rule effective October 2024) and can change. Check current rates with the taxi company.
| Pre-booked with Seattle Airport Taxi | Metered taxi at SEA | Zone-priced taxi at SEA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where you meet it | Meeting point texted after you land, or inside baggage claim with meet and greet | Taxi curb, 3rd floor of the parking garage | Taxi curb, 3rd floor of the parking garage |
| Price | Set when you book, from $75, taxes and tolls included | Meter: $2.60 to start, $2.70 a mile, $0.50 a minute in slow traffic, $20 minimum | A set fare by destination zip code |
| Waiting | Driver tracks your flight, 30 minutes free from landing | Taxi line, wait varies by time of day | Taxi line, wait varies by time of day |
| Vehicle | Chosen in advance, sedan to passenger van | Next in line; accessible and larger vans on request | Next in line |
| Car seats | Reserved ahead, $20 to $25 | Usually not available | Usually not available |
| Best for | Families, luggage, groups, business travel, late arrivals | Short trips, unplanned arrivals | Trips where the zone fare beats the meter |
How a pre-booked SeaTac taxi works
No taxi line, no app matching, no surprises at the end of the ride.
- Book with the flight numberYour driver follows the flight, so an early or late landing changes nothing.
- Land and collect your bags30 free waiting minutes start at your actual landing time, not the scheduled one.
- Meet your driverCurbside, with a text giving the meeting point once you have your bags, or inside baggage claim with a name sign for $50.
- Ride non-stopStraight to your hotel, home or office on the price you booked, taxes and tolls included.
Taxi from SeaTac to popular destinations
Distance and typical drive time from SEA. Each route page shows fares and pickup tips.
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 →SeaTac airport taxi fares by vehicle
Starting-from prices for a one-way private ride. Your exact fare depends on your address and 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
SeaTac taxi tips from our drivers
Small things that make arrival day easier.
Book with your flight number
Your driver follows the flight, and free waiting starts at your actual landing time.
Choose the vehicle by bags
Two large suitcases fill a sedan trunk. Families with car seats or ski bags should book the Mini Van.
Meet and greet for first visits
For first-time visitors, older parents or international arrivals, a driver inside baggage claim with a name sign costs $50.
Travelling light to downtown
Link light rail costs $3 and takes about 38 minutes to Westlake. A car is worth it for luggage, groups and odd hours.
Landing after midnight
Light rail stops around 1 a.m. Monday to Saturday and around midnight on Sundays. Book a car before you fly.
Taxi to SeaTac
For departures, allow 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 before international ones, plus the drive.
Pickup time calculator →How much is a taxi from SeaTac Airport to downtown Seattle?
Our pre-booked Economy Sedan starts from $75 with taxes and tolls included. A metered taxi for the roughly 14 miles usually comes to about $40 to $55 before tip at current King County meter rates, and more in heavy traffic. See Seattle taxi rates.
Where is the taxi stand at SeaTac?
Taxis and rideshare cars pick up on the 3rd floor of the parking garage, across from the terminal. With a pre-booked ride, your driver texts the meeting point after you land, or waits inside baggage claim if you add meet and greet.
Is there a minimum taxi fare from SeaTac?
Yes. Metered taxis starting at SEA have a $20 minimum fare under the King County and City of Seattle taxi rules. Our pre-booked rides start from $75 with taxes and tolls included.
Do I need to book a SeaTac taxi in advance?
Not for the taxi line, which runs on arrival. For our service, yes: every ride is pre-booked so your driver and vehicle are reserved and waiting.
What if my flight is delayed?
Your driver tracks the flight, and your 30 free waiting minutes start at the actual landing time. A delay does not cost you anything extra.
Can I book a taxi to SeaTac Airport?
Yes, 24/7, including 3 and 4 a.m. pickups. Your driver drops you at the departures curb for your airline.
Do SeaTac taxis take cards?
The airport taxis accept cash, cards and digital payments. Our rides are paid by card when you book, so there is nothing to settle at the end.
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Book your SeaTac airport taxi
Add your flight number and your driver will be waiting. Exact price shown before you pay.