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March 25 - April 1
Airport News
- C Concourse Station Closed - Due to an emergency escalator repair, the C Concourse station is closed from March 24 and re-opening on Thursday morning on March 26 travelers will have to walk to the end of C or connect only at the D station in the main terminal.
- Restoration of TSA Checkpoint Wait Times – TSA wait times for Checkpoints 1 through 6 are now available on the flySEA app, website and on digital signage in the terminal. Security wait times at SEA remain normal at this time. We appreciate the TSA staff who continue to provide services while working without pay, learn more how you can help TSA. Travelers should arrive 2 hours before domestic and 3 hours before international departures.
- Know Your Rights Training for SEA Airport Employees - Join the Port of Seattle and Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) on April 9 from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. to learn about the Port’s policies in regard to immigration enforcement actions at Port facilities and your rights during an encounter with immigration agents.
- ICE at Airports - Over the weekend you likely saw reports of deployment of ICE agents to airports around the country. SEA is not one of those airports initially as security wait times continue to operate at normal levels thanks to the work of TSA. ICE agents have been sent to a dozen or so airports with long wait times and are being used for non-regulatory roles (exit lane monitoring, divesting help, ticket document checking). SEA, the airlines, and TSA already have non-TSA staff managing those functions here and have for many years. Thank you for continuing to support safe and efficient operations at SEA. Please stay tuned to the SEA social media channels (@flySEA) for the latest information.
- Club at SEA Lounge Operational Hours - The S Concourse location is changing to be open daily from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. starting Sunday, March 29*, 2026. Hours are remaining the same at the A Concourse location.
- Flat Rate Taxi Changes - Effective April 1, 2026 all taxi providers will base prices off of metered rates per King County. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover are accepted forms of payment, please check with your driver on exact rates.
- Cathay Pacific Returns to SEA for Service - Starting on March 30, Cathay Pacific Airways’ new year-round route will operate five times per week on 250-seat Airbus A350-900 aircraft. For more information, see the Cathay Pacific Seattle to Hong Kong service announcement.
- Sound Transit Expands Service Options to SEA and the Region - Crosslake Connection opens March 28 First light rail on a floating bridge will complete the 2 Line, provide transit connections for the entire region and allowing people to connect to the 1 Line to get to the airport. Sound Transit's pilot overnight bus route between SeaTac and downtown Seattle will also start service on March 28. This new service will operate about every 30 minutes between 12 a.m. and 4 a.m.
Here's what's happening with Upgrade SEA. The Interactive Map is available with the latest information.
C Concourse Expansion:
- Barricades adjacent to C2 are removed. Seattle Chocolates and Hudson Non-stop open as of 20 March!
Departures Sidewalk Curb Coating: Doors are open to Passengers!
- Sidewalk closed between Doors 21-23 from 25 March to 13 April.
- Sidewalk closed between Doors 13-15 from 27 March to 14 April.
Gate Closures:
- Gate B10 is closed for replacement starting at 6 a.m. March 23 to 4 p.m. on April 2
- Gates D7 and D8. D7 is currently closed & remains closed after the work.
D8 closes at 7 a.m. on March 26 and reopens March 27 following a Gate Fit Check
At Your Fingertips
Meet the New Tastes Taking Off at SEA’s Expanded C Concourse
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s (SEA) new C Concourse opens later this spring, bringing more options than ever to indulge in tasty treats and discover unique gifts. Choose from a mix of local faves and nationally beloved brands to savor along with unbeatable airfield views, ample seating, and new space for music and art.
This Upgrade SEA project, C Concourse Expansion, adds four new floors and over 200,000 square feet to the original building and will be ready to welcome travelers from around the world during this summer’s global soccer competition. Before or after your flight, grab a quick bite at one of the 10 new Airport Dining and Retail (ADR) options or explore the upper level for stunning mountain views at the Lookout at C.
Take a virtual walk to find your new favorite spot and see what this space will have to offer. And also check out our latest installment of Checking in at SEA videos to learn about what it takes to build out these exciting new spaces.
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