
Large airport · Seattle, United States
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is the primary international airport serving Seattle and its surrounding metropolitan area in the U.S. Its IATA code is SEA. Its ICAO code is KSEA. It has 3 runways, longest 11,901 ft (PEM). Elevation 433 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Seattle, United States |
|---|---|
| IATA code | SEA |
| ICAO code | KSEA |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 3 runways, longest 11,901 ft (PEM) |
| Elevation | 433 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 47.4479° N, 122.3103° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is known for
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is the primary international airport serving Seattle and its surrounding metropolitan area in the U.S.
Official website: https://www.portseattle.org/sea-tac — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
How to get there
thumb|right|An airport-bound Link light rail train in the [[Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel]] The airport site was chosen partly due to its location along State Route 99, approximately midway between Seattle and Tacoma. Interstate 5 and Interstate 405 also converge near the airport, with an easy connection to the airport via State Route 518 and the Airport Expressway. State Route 509 runs west of the airport, connecting the area to West Seattle. The airport is the largest generator of vehicle trips in the state. The Port of Seattle offers paid on-site parking in a 12,100-space garage, notable for being North America's largest parking structure under one roof. The airport also offers valet parking and electric vehicle charging stations. Several privately owned parking facilities are located off-site near the airport with shuttle access. The airport is served by the 1 Line of Sound Tr
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Space Needle · United States · 12.1 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Saltwater State Park · United States · 5.2 miles away
- Dash Point State Park · United States · 10.2 miles away
- Blake Island Marine State Park · United States · 10.5 miles away
- Squak Mountain · United States · 13.1 miles away
- Fort Ward Park · United States · 13.9 miles away
- Lake Sammamish State Park · United States · 14.0 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Seattle–Tacoma International Airport?
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is the primary international airport serving Seattle and its surrounding metropolitan area in the U.S.
What is the airport code for Seattle–Tacoma International Airport?
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport — its IATA code is SEA and its ICAO code is KSEA.
Where is Seattle–Tacoma International Airport located?
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport serves Seattle, United States. Its coordinates are 47.4479° N, 122.3103° W.
How do I get to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport?
thumb|right|An airport-bound Link light rail train in the [[Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel]] The airport site was chosen partly due to its location along State Route 99, approximately midway between Seattle and Tacoma. Interstate 5 and Interstate 405 also converge near the airport, with an easy connection to the airport via State Route 518 and the Airport Expressway.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#3875
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle%E2%80%93Tacoma_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.







