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Options For Parking Near Seatac

By Jerri Perry


Traveling by plane can be fun for you and your entire family, but there are a few things other than planes and luggage that you have to think about. If you are traveling out of the Seattle or Tacoma area, you will have a lot of parking near Seatac available to you. Here is an overview of all of your options so you can make an informed decision about which one to use.

Seatac airport serves both Seattle and Tacoma, as well as a whole lot of the western part of Washington state. This means it is always busy, especially during the holidays. There is plenty of places to park on port authority property, and these spaces are very close and convenient to the terminal. They may not be the best option for you, however.

There is parking available directly on the Seatac property, and lots of people choose to use it because it is so close to the airport. However, you will pay much more for the convenience of being close to the terminals. Short term slots are available for those who will be only gone a day or two because they charge by the hour. They are more expensive, but also very close to the terminals.

Long term has a daily fee instead of hourly and is for people who will be gone more than a day or two, because it is cheaper. The trade-off is that it is also further away from the terminals. You will have to walk for at least a little bit in order to get from these spaces to the counters where you check in for your flight.

If price is more of a concern than convenience, you may want to consider using one of the independent lots located away from the Seatac property. These allow you to park for a fraction of the cost, and provide shuttle service to get you to and from the airport. The price will vary depending on which lot you use and if you decide to use any amenities. These amenities might include car washing or even valet service.

These independent lots are usually well-established and safe, so you can park your car without worry no matter how long you will be gone. Most have fences all around the property and security guards at least part of the time, but usually around the clock. Only employees and those who parked their cars in the lots are generally allowed in, making them even safer.

It's important to know that during really busy travel times like the holidays or any extended weekend, spots fill up fast. It is advisable to call one of the lots and reserve a place in advance so you aren't stuck with having no place to leave your car the day of your travel. Just be sure they don't charge some kind of fee for cancellation, as some do this.

Traveling doesn't have to be stressful as long as you plan ahead and know what you are doing. There are lots of options for parking near Seatac, so do your research in advance so this part of your travel plans is taken care of. Then you can relax and enjoy yourself during your trip without any qualms about your car or where it is parked.




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