Seattle-Tacoma
Rental Car Facility

All rental car companies at SEA Airport operate at our dedicated off-site facility. Free shuttles run 24/7 directly from the terminal.

23 Acres

Facility Footprint

$419M

Construction Investment

3.2M

Shuttle Trips Eliminated / Year

12

Authorized Agencies On-Site

Hidden Fee Calculator

Rental platforms often hide mandatory SeaTac fees until the final checkout screen. Estimate your true out-the-door price before you rent.

Verified 2026 Rates

Cost Parameters

$15$150+
1 day30 days

Many online rental sites show you a cheap “base rate” in search results, hiding the mandatory 17.2% local surcharges and $6.00/day facility fee until you are ready to checkout.

Estimated Final Price

Base Rent (3 days)$135.00
State & Local Surcharges (17.2%)$23.22
SeaTac Facility Charge$18.00
Vehicle License Fee$3.60
Final Out-The-Door Price$179.82
Target: Skip the Shuttle Lines
Your 4-Step Arrival Rental Playbook

New to Sea-Tac? Here’s exactly what to do.

The consolidated CONRAC makes renting a car at SEA one of the smoothest experiences at any US airport — if you know the flow.

01

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

Head to Level 0 Ground Transportation — follow the yellow "Rental Car Shuttle" signs outside doors 00–10 (South) or 22–48 (Main Terminal).

See exact door locations →
02

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

One shuttle fleet serves all 12 agencies — runs 24/7, every 5–8 min peak hours. No ticket, no voucher. Just board and show your reservation.

Peak hours guide →
03

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

The consolidated facility is 1 mile from the terminal. 23 acres, 3,500+ stalls, all 12 agencies under one roof. Arrive ready to go.

Explore the facility →
04

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

Hertz Gold, National Emerald, Enterprise Plus & Avis Preferred members bypass the counter entirely. Enroll before you fly — it's free.

Compare all agencies →
Watch Before You Fly

Video Guides for First-Timers

Not sure what to expect at the rental car facility? These short videos show you exactly how it works — from shuttling to driving out.

Facility Overview

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

A full walkthrough of the CONRAC: shuttle boarding, agency level layout, and what to expect on arrival.

First-Timer Essential

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

First time at Sea-Tac? Watch this before you land. Shows exactly where to find the shuttle stop and what happens on board.

Pro Move

Seatac Car Rental Facility 2026: Expert Insights for Your Next Trip

See how loyalty programs like Hertz Gold and National Emerald Club let you skip the queue and go straight to your car.

First time at Sea-Tac? Read our complete written guide →

The Smart Traveler Move

Don’t Wait at the Counter.
You’re Already Enrolled — or You Should Be.

Every major agency at the CONRAC offers a free loyalty program that lets you skip the counter line entirely. If you rent a car more than twice a year, this is the highest-leverage 2-minute signup you can do right now.

Enroll & Rent Your Agency Now

Hertz Gold Plus Rewards

Go straight to your assigned stall. No counter stop.

Best for: Frequent travelers

National Emerald Club

Pick any car in the Emerald Aisle. Drive out immediately.

Best for: Road warriors

Enterprise Plus

Staff-assisted express pickup — minimal wait.

Best for: Weekend renters

Avis Preferred

Skip the counter with pre-confirmed vehicle assignment.

Best for: Business trips

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything travelers need to know before arriving at the CONRAC facility.

24/7 Shuttle Access

All rental car companies operate at our separate facility. Shuttles are free and run continuously.

From the Terminal (Arrivals)

  1. Proceed to the lower drive on the Baggage Claim level.
  2. Exit the sliding doors at either the North End (near Alaska Airlines, Carousel #1) or South End (near international airlines, Carousel #15).
  3. Wait at the designated Rental Car Shuttle bus stop.
  4. The ride takes approximately 5-7 minutes.

Return to Terminal (Departures)

  • Shuttles pick up outside the customer service counters.
  • Board either a dedicated North or South terminal bus depending on your airline.
  • You will be dropped off on the lower drive outside baggage claim.

Wheelchair Services: Shuttles have ramps and 1 wheelchair spot per bus. Inform the driver if you need assistance upon drop-off, and they will contact Prospect for an assistant.

Driving Here

SeaTac Shuttle Map

Facility Address

3150 S. 160th St.
SeaTac, WA 98188

Please note: Expect delays due to ongoing construction at the facility.

From Downtown Seattle (via I-5)

Take I-5 South to exit 154B/SR 518 West. Follow signs for Rental Car Return to International Blvd / SR 99 South. Keep right for the entrance.

From Burien / West Seattle

Take SR 509 South to the SR 518 exit. Take Air Cargo Rd exit, turn right on S 170th St, right on Air Cargo Rd, then right on S 160th St. Enter on the left.

From Tacoma (via I-5)

Take I-5 North to exit 154A/SR 518 West. Follow signs for Rental Car Return to SR 99 South. Enter on the right.

From Bellevue (via I-405)

Take I-405 South, merge with SR 518 West toward Burien. Follow signs for Rental Car Return to SR 99 South. Enter on the right.