SEA Airport upgrades TSA checkpoints as part of terminal renovation
SeaTac Airport updates TSA checkpoints
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is updating its TSA checkpoints.
SEATAC, Wash. - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is upgrading its TSA checkpoints and is encouraging travelers to plan ahead before arriving.
Checkpoint 6 is temporarily closed for construction as part of the SEA Gateway Project, an effort to expand screening capacity and improve passenger flow through the terminal. The redesigned checkpoint will add space and enhance security screening operations.
Even though Checkpoint 6 is closed, travelers can still access all gates from any of the five operating checkpoints. Each offers a mix of general, premium, CLEAR, SEA Spot Saver and TSA PreCheck screening. An important note to mention is that all locations are ADA-accessible and all checkpoints can reach all terminals.
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What you can do:
Checkpoint hours vary and are subject to change based on daily operational needs:
- Checkpoint 1: 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. – General and TSA PreCheck; CLEAR+ available
- Checkpoint 2: 4 a.m. to 4 p.m. – General only; SEA Spot Saver available
- Checkpoint 3: 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. – General and TSA PreCheck; PreCheck Touchless ID and premium lane available for participating airlines
- Checkpoint 4: Open 24 hours – General only; SEA Spot Saver and SEA Visitor Pass available 4 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Checkpoint 5: 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. – TSA PreCheck only; CLEAR+ and PreCheck Touchless ID for select airlines
- Checkpoint 6: Closed
Checkpoint staff will be available to guide travelers to the most efficient screening option.
Travelers requiring additional assistance can contact TSA Cares at least 72 hours before their flight.
For more information, visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's website.
The Source: Information in this story comes from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
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