Transportation

SEA expects over 1 million travelers around Labor Day holiday

SEA expects over 1 million travelers over Labor Day holiday Photo: Port of Seattle (Port of Seattle)

SEATTLE — Officials with the Port of Seattle say they are expecting over a million travelers through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from August 28 to September 2.

It is estimated to be a 7% increase in travelers compared to last year, according to a release from The Port.

SEA has already seen multiple record-breaking travel numbers this summer and released the highest upcoming projections as:

  • Friday, August 29 — 197,000 estimated overall travelers (arriving, departing, and connecting)
  • Monday, September 1 — 191,000 passengers
  • Thursday, August 28 — 189,000 passengers

In a release, the Port of Seattle advises travelers of several options to try and cut down on wait times at the airport including:

  • Trying the new Checkpoint 1 on the arrivals level with TSA PreCheck and Clear
  • Using SEA SpotSaver to secure a spot in the TSA line
  • Taking the light rail to avoid traffic congestion

For more information, visit portofseattle.org.

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