Seattle airport travel guide
Straight answers to the questions travelers ask most about getting to and from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: prices, pickup points, light rail, rideshare, kids, groups, late nights, international arrivals, cruises and hotels.
What is the quickest way to plan transportation from SeaTac?
Start with three questions: how many people and bags, what time you land, and where you are going. Light packers heading downtown in the day do well on Link light rail ($3, about 38 minutes). Families, groups, late arrivals and trips beyond the rail line usually do better with a booked private car from $75 with taxes and tolls included. Taxis and rideshare pick up on the 3rd floor of the SEA parking garage.
Getting from SeaTac to Seattle
Routes, comparisons and hotels.
How to Get from SeaTac Airport to Downtown Seattle
What is the best transportation option?
Read the guide →Best Transportation from SeaTac to Seattle Hotels
How do visitors reach their hotels?
Read the guide →At SeaTac Airport
Pickup points, timing, late nights and international arrivals.
Seattle Airport Transportation at Night
What transportation is available after midnight?
Read the guide →SeaTac Airport Pickup After an International Flight
How do customs and baggage affect pickup?
Read the guide →Planning for your party
Kids, car seats and groups.
Prices and cruise transfers
What it costs, and how to reach the cruise piers.
Longer trips from Seattle
Cross-border and mountain transfers.
What is the best way from SeaTac to downtown Seattle?
For light packers in the daytime, Link light rail: $3 and about 38 minutes to Westlake. For families, groups, heavy luggage or late arrivals, a private car door to door in 25 to 45 minutes.
How much is a taxi from SeaTac to downtown Seattle?
A metered taxi is roughly $40 to $55 before tip at King County rates, with a $20 minimum from SEA. A booked private car starts from $75 with taxes and tolls included.
Where are taxis and Uber at SeaTac?
On the 3rd floor of the parking garage. With a booked private car, your driver texts the meeting point after you land.
How early should I leave for SeaTac?
Plan to arrive 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international one, plus your drive time.
Can I get a car seat for an airport ride?
Yes, with a booked car service. Seattle Airport Taxi offers infant and toddler seats for $25 and boosters for $20, reserved when you book.
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.
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