What is the Seattle airport?
The Seattle airport is officially called Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — commonly shortened to SeaTac. Its IATA code is SEA. It is the Pacific Northwest's largest airport and serves all major domestic and international carriers. Most people searching for "Seattle airport" are looking for SeaTac (SEA).
How do I get from Olympia to Seattle airport?
The most common way to get from Olympia to Seattle airport (SeaTac, SEA) is a private door-to-door shuttle. Olympia Airport Shuttle picks you up at your Olympia address and drives 60 miles north on Interstate 5 to SeaTac in 75 to 90 minutes. Rates start at $150 for a sedan. Alternative options include driving yourself and paying for SeaTac parking ($35–$60 per day), or using rideshare apps (which frequently cancel long trips and surge in price).
How far is Olympia from Seattle airport?
Olympia is 60 miles south of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac) via Interstate 5 North. The drive takes 75 to 90 minutes in normal traffic, and 2 to 2.5 hours during rush hour (7–9 AM and 4–7 PM).
How much is a shuttle from Olympia to Seattle airport?
A private shuttle from Olympia to Seattle's SeaTac Airport starts at $150 for a sedan (up to 3 passengers), $250 for an SUV (up to 6), and $350 for a Mercedes Sprinter van (up to 14). All rates are locked in at booking with no surge pricing or hidden fees.
Is there a shuttle service from Olympia, WA to Seattle airport?
Yes. Olympia Airport Shuttle & Transportation has provided private door-to-door shuttle service from Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, and all of Thurston County to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac) since 2009. We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with locked-in pricing and a fleet of sedans, SUVs, vans, and shuttle buses.
What time should I leave Olympia for an early Seattle airport flight?
For early-morning flights from Seattle airport (SeaTac), leave Olympia 3.5 hours before takeoff for domestic flights and 4 hours for international flights. That allows 75–90 minutes for the drive, 30 minutes terminal arrival buffer, and 60 minutes for TSA and walking to your gate. For a 6 AM flight, that means a 2:30 AM pickup from Olympia.
Do you pick up from Lacey and Tumwater for Seattle airport runs?
Yes. Our service area for Seattle airport shuttle service includes Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Hawks Prairie, and all of Thurston County at standard rates. Extended areas (Yelm, Tenino, Rochester, Shelton, Centralia, Chehalis) add a $25–$50 travel fee.
Will my driver meet me at Seattle airport baggage claim on my return?
Yes. For return shuttles from SeaTac to Olympia, your chauffeur meets you at baggage claim with a name sign and assists with luggage to the vehicle. We monitor your flight in real time so we're there when you land, and the first 45 minutes of post-landing wait time are always included at no charge.