SEA Airport Transfers: Seattle-Tacoma International
Private car from SEA to anywhere in Seattle. Fixed price before you fly, flight tracking and meet & greet.
About Seattle-Tacoma International
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is in the city of SeaTac, south of downtown Seattle and between Seattle and Tacoma. It has one main terminal with Concourses A, B, C and D, plus the North and South satellites, and international passengers are processed in the International Arrivals Facility.
Pre-booking a private transfer gives you a fixed USD fare before you pay, including tolls and the airport fee. Flights are monitored, pickups follow the actual landing, and the driver's name and phone number come to you before arrival.
Typical destinations from SEA include downtown Seattle and the waterfront, the cruise terminals at Pier 66 and Pier 91, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, the University District and Tacoma.
Terminals
- Main terminal (Concourses A to D)Check-in and baggage claim for all airlines
- North and South satellitesAdditional gates (N and S) beyond the main concourses
- International Arrivals FacilityCustoms and immigration processing for international arrivals
The Port of Seattle website does not publish a fixed airline-by-concourse list; check your boarding pass for your gate.
Fixed fares from SEA
| To | Miles | Sedan | Minivan | Sprinter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Seattle | 15 | $103 | $129 | $185 |
| Bellevue | 19 | $116 | $145 | $203 |
| Pier 91 (cruise terminal) | 18 | $113 | $141 | $198 |
| South Lake Union | 15 | $105 | $131 | $185 |
One way, per vehicle, including tolls and the airport fee. Any other address is priced instantly when you book.
Getting from SEA to Seattle
Sound Transit's Link light rail station is reached by walking through the parking garage or riding the free Train-to-Plane shuttle, and the Port of Seattle describes the trip from downtown as about 38 minutes. Taxis and Uber or Lyft both pick up on the 3rd floor of the garage. A pre-booked car avoids the garage walk and suits Bellevue, Redmond, cruise departures and late-night arrivals.
Arrival tips
- Ride app and taxi pickups are on the 3rd floor of the parking garage: cross a skybridge one level above baggage claim, then go down one floor.
- The Ground Transportation Information Booth on the 3rd floor of the garage can help if you're unsure where to go.
- Uber Black riders are met at the baggage claim door they select, not in the garage.
- Booked with us? Your confirmation gives the meeting point for your terminal, and you will get the chauffeur's contact details ahead of landing.
- Heading for light rail? Go to the fourth floor, cross to the garage and follow the signs, or take the free Train-to-Plane shuttle.
SEA transfer questions
How long is the drive from Sea-Tac to downtown Seattle?
The road time depends on traffic on I-5 and downtown streets, which is heaviest on weekday mornings and afternoons, so we do not commit to a single figure. For reference, the Port of Seattle says the Link light rail ride from downtown takes about 38 minutes. Leave extra time on cruise embarkation days.
Can I book a transfer from SEA to the cruise terminals?
Yes. Many summer travelers ride straight from the airport to the cruise piers. Pick a Minivan for six passengers and six bags or a Sprinter Van for up to 14 passengers if you're carrying a week of luggage. The price you see before booking already covers tolls and the airport fee.
Where do international passengers exit at Sea-Tac?
International arrivals are processed in the International Arrivals Facility, which the Port of Seattle built to handle growing overseas demand. After customs, follow signs toward baggage claim and ground transportation, and use the meeting point named in your confirmation. Your driver's phone number arrives before you land.
What if my flight into Seattle is delayed?
Your flight is tracked, so the pickup time moves with your actual landing and the driver does not leave at the original schedule. If your trip changes entirely, you may cancel at no cost up to 24 hours ahead of pickup, Seattle local time. Ask for child seats when booking if you need them.