Sea-Tac expands reserved parking capacity by 50% ahead of holiday rush

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is expanding its paid parking infrastructure to accommodate the upcoming holiday travel surge. The airport authority announced on Nov. 11 that it has increased the number of reserved parking spots available to drivers.

The new stalls are located on Level 5 of the garage, specifically in rows N through W. This expansion increases the total reserved parking capacity by more than 50 percent. The airport currently offers more than 11,000 parking spaces for travelers. General drive-up parking remains available on Levels 1 through 3 and Levels 6 through 8, as well as on Level 5 in rows A through M.

The reserved parking program guarantees drivers a specific stall upon arrival. This eliminates the need to circle the garage searching for an open space. Users access a dedicated entrance and parking area. The system uses QR codes for entry and exit, which streamlines the departure process.

Travelers must book their spot in advance through the airport's website at portseattle.org/sea/parking. The spots are reservation-only, meaning drivers cannot simply drive up and claim an available reserved stall without a prior booking. The airport recommends arriving two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international departures.

The airport encourages passengers to use the SEA Spot Saver feature when available to bypass lengthy security lines. These operational updates are part of the airport's preparations for the increased passenger volume expected during the holiday season.