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Stay Safe at SEA
Winter weather updatesIf the weather outside isn't delightful, check the winter weather updates pageEscalator safetyOne of the most common injuries at SEA Airport are people falling on escalators. It happens once a day on average,...
Checkpoint and Screening Accessibility
Before you're at the airport Check with your airlineAirlines offer many services for accessible travel primarily on the aircraft and post-security. Check with your airline for what policies and options are available for suppo...
Live Checkpoint Wait Times
When to arrive at the airportSecurity screening operations, hours and staffing are managed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Avoid feeling rushed — factor in the time you need to travel from parking or drop-offs...
Traveling with a Firearm Safety and Policies
Prohibited items included weapons like firearms, knives, brass knuckles, that cannot be in carry-on luggage. If found it will be taken for destruction for TSA. A typical first offense for carrying a loaded handgun into a checkpoin...
Identification and Documentation Requirements
See what you need to know before you go!Travelers without a REAL ID or other acceptable forms of identification a new option to fly with TSA ConfirmID. For a $45 fee, travelers can use this optional alternative identity verificati...
Travel Guidance for Minors
Unaccompanied MinorsAge and price vary on each airline's unaccompanied minors policy. SEA Airport suggests contacting your airline in advance to see what their exact policies are. Allow extra time for check in and paperwork requir...
SEA Spot Saver
Skip the Security LineAvailable daily from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m.Your time while traveling is important, SEA Spot Saver can help! Experience expedited screening without a membership and for free. Book in advance or check for same ...
Report Issues to SEA Airport
Security and safety are our top priorities. Help us keep Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) safe, secure, and clean by directly reporting safety, security and maintenance concerns to the airport.If you experience anything ...
Facial Recognition at SEA Airport
Since early 2020, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has utilized facial recognition technology to confirm the identity of a limited number of international travelers departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)...
Expedited Security Screening Programs
If you're a frequent flyer, you've got three trusted traveler programs to choose from if you want to speed your way through the security line at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).SEA Spot SaverSkip the Security Line from ...
