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Shuttlesworth Intl. - Municipal - Birmingham Intl. Airport

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Approximate Flight Duration

4 hour 10 min

Approximate Travel Distance

3345 Km

Transportation to Airport from Seattle City Center

Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, also referred to as Sea-Tac Airport, is located about 24 km from the city center. There are a variety of transportation alternatives one can use to get to Sea-Tac Airport. Using the link Light Rail passengers can get to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in 40 minutes. Other methods of transportation include taxis, hotel shuttle services, rental cars, and bicycles, which is a great alternative for cyclists.   

Link Light Rail

The Link Light Rail system is the most commonly used means of public transportation in Seattle. These light rail trains are a great transportation alternative to get to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These trains provide transportation from downtown Seattle directly to level 4 of the airport parking lot. Trains operate every 7.5 to 15 minutes and take about 40 minutes to get to the airport. Monday to Saturday the Link Light Rail operates from 5 am to 1 am and on Sundays it operates from 6 am to midnight. Tickets can be purchased from kiosks at the station with cash or credit card.

Bicycle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport features various bicycle resources for passengers who want to access the airport by bike. There are over 50 bicycle rental stations throughout the city that are a part of the city’s bike share system. Fees start at 8 USD. You can conclude your rental duration by simply locking the bike at the station at the airport. You can get to the airport by following the special bike paths and shared roadways. The airport features bicycle assembly stations, bicycle parking areas, and long-term storage areas.  

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels located in Seattle provide their guests with airport shuttle services. To take advantage of this service make sure to discuss it with the hotel you are staying at in advance. We recommend making a reservation for this service. Hotel shuttle services are an extremely practical and comfortable means of transportation but it can be a bit more expensive than taking a taxi. Depending on your location in the city it can take about 20 minutes to get to the airport.  

Taxi

Taxis are a very convenient transportation alternative to get to Sea-Tac Airport from the city center. Taxis are easily accessible from the city center. You can also ask your hotel to arrange a taxi for you according to your departure time. A taxi to the airport from the city center costs 50 USD on average and takes about 20 minutes if there’s no traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another way to get to the airport from the city center. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city during your trip. There are many rental car companies located in the city center. You can also ask your hotel to help you arrange a rental car. Depending on the traffic it takes about 20 minutes to get to Sea-Tac Airport from the city center by car. You can drop your rental car off at the Rental Car Facility at the airport. From there, there are shuttle bus services that provide transportation to the airport terminals 24 hours a day. 

Shuttle

There are various shared ride van and scheduled airporter services that provide transportation between the city center and Sea-Tac Airport. Each company has specific drop off and pick up locations. For more information on shuttle services to the airport and shuttle operators, please visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s website.

Airport Information

Located 24 km from the city center, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, also known as Sea-Tac Airport, is the city’s primary airport that welcomes millions of passengers every year. The airport operates passenger services out of one central terminal and two satellite terminals. Sea-Tac Airport features basic passenger services and amenities such as a lost and found, children’s play areas, ATMs, mail services, storage facilities, Wi-Fi, lounges, emergency services, currency exchange services, and business services. However, the airport also features services that are quite unique, such as pet relief areas, a conference center, an Art Walk, electric car charging stations, live music performances, and massage services.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport also contains a variety of delicious restaurants, bars, and cafes where passengers can enjoy a bite to eat or something to drink. With a rich range of venues, Sea-Tac aims to satisfy every palette. Eating and drinking venues at the airport include Anthony’s Restaurant, Dilettante Chocolates & Mocha Café, Freshens, Dish D’Lish, Ivar’s Seafood, Maki of Japan, Pallino Pastaria, Beecher’s Handmade Cheese, Wolfgang Puck Gourmet Express, Qdoba, Starbucks, Vino Volo, and Wendy’s.

Sea-Tac Airport features many stores where you can buy last minute gifts, souvenirs, clothing, electronics, and much more. Stores where you can go shopping include Dilettante Chocolates & Mocha Café, Discover Puget Sound, Dufry Duty Free, ExOfficio, Fireworks, Hudson, Made in Washington, Seattle Hats, and Wishing Stone.

Transportation to Birmingham City Center from Airport

Shuttlesworth Intl. - Municipal - Birmingham Intl. Airport

Birmingham International Airport, about 5 miles from Birmingham, is also one of the busiest and most developed airports in Alabama. Shuttles and limousines are among the most frequently used vehicles to get to the center of Birmingham city from the airport also known as Birmingham Shuttlesworth Airport. As an alternative to these vehicles that serve on a door-to-door basis, you have the chance to get to the center in a short time by taking a taxi or renting a car.

Shuttle and Limousine

Shuttles and limousines taking passengers from Birmingham Airport to the place they desire are working only with reservation system. If you wish to make use of these vehicles, you can contact Birmingham Door to Door at (205) 591-5550 before arriving in the city, or call (205) 702-4566 for eShuttle or (205) 980-1083 for Meteors Shuttle.

If you want to rent a limousine, you can contact Prestige Limo and Sedan Service by contacting the call center at (205) 333-9879 before you arrive Birmingham Airport.

Taxi

Waiting outside the baggage delivery area at Birmingham Shuttlesworth Airport, taxis are one of the easiest and most practical ways to get to the city center from the airport. Each of the different taxi companies such as American Cab, Yellow Cab, Birmingham Cab Company and Hill Cab Company quickly brings you to the door of your hotel in the city center or other places you want to go. You may have an idea about average fare by talking to drivers before taking a taxi.

Car Rental

It is also very easy to get to the center from the airport by renting a car in Birmingham. In order to do this, you can go to the desks of the rental offices located in the terminal after your plane lands or you can reserve your car on the internet to get your business guaranteed.

You can call 1-800-327-9633 to rent a car from the Alamo that has an office at the airport. You can contact Budget at 1-800-527-0700, Avis at 1-800-230-4898. As an alternative to all these car rental companies in Birmingham Airport, offices of companies such as Dollar, Hertz, Payless, National, Enterprise and Thrifty are also waiting for those who want to travel with a rental car in Birmingham.

Private Vehicle

If you are traveling by private vehicle from the airport to Birmingham's center, you can be in the center of the city shortly following the city center signs. There are also waiting areas in the airport parking lot for the passengers who prefer their own vehicle for city transportation.

Weather in Birmingham

DayMin - Max
FridayMin 9ºC - Max 14ºC
SaturdayMin 14ºC - Max 19ºC
SundayMin 11ºC - Max 19ºC
MondayMin 10ºC - Max 18ºC
TuesdayMin 9ºC - Max 18ºC

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