Bandara Internasional Seattle-Tacoma, umumnya dikenal sebagai Sea-Tac, adalah bandara utama yang melayani kawasan metropolitan Seattle di Negara Bagian Washington dan bandara tersibuk di Pacific Northwest. Terletak di kota SeaTac antara Seattle dan Tacoma, sekitar 19 kilometer di selatan pusat kota Seattle, bandara ini dibuka pada 1947 dan menangani lebih dari 50 juta penumpang per tahun. SEA memiliki bangunan terminal utama dengan empat concourse dan North Satellite serta South Satellite tambahan yang dihubungkan oleh kereta bawah tanah. Bandara ini berfungsi sebagai hub utama Alaska Airlines dan Delta Air Lines, yang keduanya mengoperasikan jaringan rute domestik dan internasional yang luas dari SEA. Link Light Rail menghubungkan bandara ke pusat kota Seattle dalam waktu sekitar 40 menit, dengan layanan yang terus diperluas. Posisi Seattle di sudut barat laut Amerika Serikat memberinya keunggulan geografis alami untuk rute ke Asia, dengan jarak penerbangan terpendek dari AS daratan ke banyak tujuan Asia. Sea-Tac telah mengalami pertumbuhan signifikan bersama industri teknologi Seattle, dengan kehadiran perusahaan-perusahaan besar seperti Amazon, Microsoft, dan Boeing yang mendorong permintaan perjalanan bisnis. Bandara ini mengoperasikan tiga landasan pacu dan melayani sebagai basis penting untuk perjalanan udara ke Alaska dan Pasifik.

Aviation Terms

Pencahayaan lapangan terbang (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Kategori bandara (Airport Category) Elevasi bandara (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Pos pemadam kebakaran bandara (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Lounge bandara (Airport Lounge) Titik referensi bandara (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Apron bandara (Apron) Kontrol paspor otomatis (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Seattle-Tacoma Airport to downtown Seattle?

Sound Transit Link Light Rail runs directly from SEA to downtown Seattle. The ride to Westlake Station takes about 40 minutes and costs $3.00. Trains depart every 8-15 minutes depending on the time of day. The station is located on the fourth floor of the airport parking garage, accessible via a skybridge from the main terminal.

How many terminals does Seattle-Tacoma Airport have?

SEA has one main terminal building with four concourses: A, B, C, and D, plus the South Satellite and North Satellite buildings connected by an underground train. Concourse A handles Alaska Airlines domestic flights, while the South Satellite serves most international departures.

Which airlines have a hub at Seattle-Tacoma Airport?

Alaska Airlines operates its primary hub at SEA with over 300 daily departures, making it the dominant carrier with about 50% market share. Delta Air Lines also runs a major hub at SEA with extensive domestic and international service. Alaska Airlines is a member of the Oneworld alliance.

Does Seattle Airport have good food options?

Yes, SEA is known for having some of the best airport dining in the U.S., featuring local Seattle restaurants and brands. Notable options include Beecher's Handmade Cheese, Bambuza Vietnam Kitchen, and Starbucks locations throughout the terminals. The airport requires concessionaires to offer street pricing, meaning food costs the same as at city locations.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Seattle-Tacoma Airport?

Yes, SEA offers free Wi-Fi with no time limit throughout all concourses and terminals. The network is named SEA-Free-WiFi and does not require registration. The airport also provides numerous charging stations with USB and AC power outlets at most gate areas.