SeaTac travel guide
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You're Going to Love SeaTac
With a population of 26 909, SeaTac is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in SeaTac to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in SeaTac
If you’re looking for affordable options, Sharps RoastHouse (18427 International Blvd) and Reflections Bar & Grill - Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport (17338 International Blvd) are great picks.
When to visit SeaTac
Looking for warm weather? Then head to SeaTac in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in SeaTac, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.
How to Get to SeaTac
Plane
When flying to SeaTac, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 1 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to SeaTac include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair. The shortest domestic flight to SeaTac departs from Denver and takes around 2h 57m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to SeaTac. The train journey from SeaTac to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $27 for a 3h 07m trip.
Car
Another option to get to SeaTac is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 19 km from SeaTac. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in Seattle.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to SeaTac, including Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and Bus.
Airlines serving SeaTac
Where to stay in popular areas of SeaTac
Most booked hotels in SeaTac
Renting a car in SeaTac
Renting a car in SeaTac costs $59 per day, on average. Alamo, Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in SeaTac is the Sixt branch at 3150 South 160th Street, which is 1 km from the city center.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.
Expect to pay $3.86 per gallon in SeaTac (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.33 and $61.78. The most frequently booked car type in SeaTac is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.