How much is a taxi from SEA to downtown Seattle?

Taxi fares: about $45–$60. The ride takes 25–45 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from SEA?

Airlines at SEA include Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, Icelandair, Condor, Emirates, ANA (All Nippon Airways), Japan Airlines, Korean Air, EVA Air, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave SEA on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h 30 min: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Seattle, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at SEA?

Alaska Lounges (Concourses C and D and the N Gates); Delta Sky Clubs; Amex Centurion Lounge; The Club SEA (Priority Pass).

Is there a hotel at SEA?

No hotel inside the terminal; hotels across International Boulevard.

How long do I need to connect at SEA?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our SEA connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at SEA?

The Sea-Tac garage next to the terminal (general and terminal-direct levels). Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at SEA?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. International flights arrive at the International Arrivals Facility.

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Q: Do I have to go through security again if I change terminals at SEA?

No. Concourses A–D connect by walkway, and the SEA Underground trains link the main terminal with the N and S satellites, all inside security.

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport has Main terminal with Concourses A–D, plus the North and South satellites. The quickest way from SEA to downtown Seattle is the Sound Transit Link light rail (about 40 minutes, $3).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Seattle

40 min

Sound Transit Link light rail, $3

Taxi

25–45 min

about $45–$60

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h 30 min+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from SEA to downtown Seattle is the Sound Transit Link light rail (about 40 minutes, $3). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Alaska, Delta, American, United and Southwest.

Terminals: Main terminal with Concourses A–D, plus the North and South satellites
Taxi: 25–45 min, about $45–$60
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: Alaska Lounges (Concourses C and D and the N Gates); Delta Sky Clubs and more

Getting from SEA to downtown Seattle

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

Sound Transit Link light railto Westlake, downtownabout 40 min$3
Taxi or rideshare25–45 minabout $45–$60

Inside SEA

Terminals and connections

Concourses A–D connect by walkway, and the SEA Underground trains link the main terminal with the N and S satellites, all inside security.

How long a layover you need at SEA

Lounges

•Alaska Lounges (Concourses C and D and the N Gates)
•Delta Sky Clubs
•Amex Centurion Lounge
•The Club SEA (Priority Pass)

Sleep, showers and hotels

•No hotel inside the terminal; hotels across International Boulevard

Parking at SEA

•The Sea-Tac garage next to the terminal (general and terminal-direct levels)

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check SEA's official site.

SEA tips

•Alaska uses Concourses C and D and the N satellite, so check whether you need the train.

Can you leave SEA on a layover?

With at least 3 h 30 min between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Seattle and back, the fastest way50 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h 30 min

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at SEA

Major airlines that fly from SEA (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Hawaiian Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
WestJet Carry-on 53 × 38 × 23 cm Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Air France Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
KLM Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
Icelandair Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees
Condor Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Emirates Carry-on 55 × 38 × 20 cm Bag fees
ANA (All Nippon Airways) Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Japan Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Korean Air Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees
EVA Air Carry-on 56 × 36 × 23 cm Bag fees
Singapore Airlines Carry-on 115 cm total Bag fees
Cathay Pacific Carry-on 56 × 36 × 23 cm Bag fees

SEA airport FAQ

The quickest option is the Sound Transit Link light rail to Westlake, downtown: about 40 minutes for $3. A taxi takes 25–45 min (about $45–$60).

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