O Aeroporto Internacional Seattle-Tacoma (SEA), comumente conhecido como Sea-Tac, é o principal aeroporto da região do Puget Sound e o maior do noroeste dos Estados Unidos, localizado entre as cidades de Seattle e Tacoma, no estado de Washington. Com mais de 50 milhões de passageiros anuais, Sea-Tac é o oitavo aeroporto mais movimentado dos Estados Unidos e um importante ponto de conexão para rotas transpacíficas. O aeroporto serve como hub principal da Alaska Airlines e uma base significativa para a Delta Air Lines. Sea-Tac está intimamente ligado à indústria aeronáutica — a fábrica da Boeing em Everett, a maior estrutura do mundo em volume, está a menos de uma hora ao norte. Seattle é um centro global de tecnologia, sede da Amazon, Microsoft e Starbucks, gerando significativo tráfego empresarial. A cidade é também conhecida pela sua cena cultural vibrante, o icônico Space Needle, o Pike Place Market e a beleza natural circundante, incluindo o Monte Rainier e as ilhas San Juan. O Link Light Rail conecta o aeroporto ao centro de Seattle em aproximadamente 40 minutos. As instalações incluem restaurantes com gastronomia do Pacífico Noroeste e cafés Starbucks.

Aviation Terms

Iluminação de aeródromo (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Categoria Aeroporto (Airport Category) Elevação do Aeroporto (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Corpo de Bombeiros do Aeroporto (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Sala VIP do Aeroporto (Airport Lounge) Ponto de referência do aeroporto (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Avental (Apron) Controle automatizado de passaportes (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.