Does Seattle Airport have a lounge?

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has 11 lounges: 3 x Alaska Lounge British Airways First and Terraces Lounge The Centurion Lounge 2 x The Club SEA 2 x Delta Sky Club United Club USO Lounge

Is there a Priority Pass Lounge in Seattle?

Priority Pass members can access 2 The Club SEA lounges. Eligible members can also receive credit at Bambuza restaurant and Brewtop Social.

Does Seattle have an Admirals Club?

There’s no Admirals Club at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, but Admirals Club members may access the Alaska Lounge when traveling on a same-day flight marketed and operated by American Airlines or Alaska Airlines.

Who can use the Alaska Lounge at SeaTac?

Passengers are able to access the Alaska Lounge by flying first class or purchasing a day pass or Alaska Lounge membership. Check out the table above, which features pricing and other ways to access Alaska Lounges.

Full List of Lounges at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport [SEA]

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the eighth busiest airport in the U.S., having served over 51 million passengers in 2019. As a major hub for Alaska Airlines, it’s no surprise that 3 out of the 11 lounges at SEA are Alaska Lounges.

If you’re keen to avoid the hustle and bustle of the general departure lounges, you can purchase day passes to The Club SEA and the Alaska Lounges. Other lounges are reserved for premium cabin passengers, elite-tier frequent flyers, or those with specific credit cards.

SEA Terminal Map

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Layout — Seattle-Tacoma International Airport layout. Image Credit: Port of Seattle

SEA Airport Lounges by Terminal

Terminal	Lounges
Central Terminal	USO Lounge Centurion Lounge
Concourse A	The Club SEA Delta Sky Club United Club
Concourse C	Alaska Lounge
Concourse D	Alaska Lounge
North Satellite Terminal	Alaska Lounge
South Satellite Terminal	British Airways First and Terraces Lounge The Club SEA

Hot Tip: For information on getting between terminals, facilities, and airport parking, take a look at our ultimate terminal guide to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Alaska Lounge

Alaska Airlines Lounge — Concourse C Alaska Lounge. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has 3 Alaska Lounges, located at:

Concourse C, near gate C16A: Daily from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Concourse D, near gate D1: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
North Satellite Terminal, near gate N2: Daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Alaska Lounge Facilities

Bar
Business services
Newspapers and magazines
Pancake machine
Snacks
Starbucks coffee machine
TVs
Tarmac/runway views
Wi-Fi

Alaska Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Alaska Lounge membership	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring up to 2 guests or their immediate family	Standard members: $500 Mileage Plan MVP: $400 Mileage Plan MVP Gold: $400 Mileage Plan MVP Gold 75K: $400 Mileage Plan MVP Gold 100K: $400 Valid traveling with any airline
First class	First class passengers may use the lounge prior to departure when flying on itineraries that include a segment that is over 2,100 miles.	Valid on an Alaska Airlines-operated flight Not valid for passengers traveling on upgraded fares
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan MVP Gold, Gold 75K, and Gold 100K	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card	Valid flying with any Oneworld airline to destinations outside of the U.S., Canada, or Mexico
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest also on a flight operated and marketed by a Oneworld carrier	Valid flying with any Oneworld airline to Mexico City, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Australia Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald passengers that hold status with a non-U.S. airline may access the Alaska lounge when traveling domestically
Emirates Skywards Gold and Platinum Hainan Airlines Fortune Wings Platinum and Gold Icelandair Saga Club Gold	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card	Valid flying on an international flight connecting to Alaska Airlines
Cardholders of Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Passengers purchasing a day pass may use an Alaska lounge at any location for 24 hours from redemption	Cardholders receive 50% off the day pass fee ($25) Day pass must be purchased using the Alaska Signature card
Admirals Club members	Members may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid on an American Airlines or Alaska Airlines marketed and operated flight
Active duty military	Military traveling on orders may access the lounge for free 3 hours before departing on a flight	Valid on an Alaska Airlines-operated flight

Alaska Lounge House Rules

Infants under 2 are admitted free of charge
Members may purchase guest passes for a reduced rate of $25 for additional guests
Visitors are requested to use headphones when using their personal devices
Food and drink are not permitted to be brought in or taken out of the lounge

Read the full list of house rules on Alaska Airlines’ website.

Hot Tip: The Alaska Airlines lounge can be accessed with a day pass purchased prior to June 13, 2022.

British Airways First and Terraces Lounge

British Airways Terraces Lounge SEA. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

The British Airways Terraces Lounge has a separate area for first class passengers, but the facilities are the same.

Location: South Satellite Terminal, near gate S10
Opening Hours: Daily from 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

British Airways First and Terraces Lounge Facilities

Buffet food with snacks and sandwiches
Business center
Full-service bar
Newspapers and magazines
Showers
TVs
Wi-Fi

British Airways First and Terraces Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First Class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest	Valid on a British Airways-operated flight or Oneworld partner
Business (Club World) passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid on a British Airways-operated flight
Executive Club Silver or Gold member	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest (when flying on a British Airways-operated flight)	Passengers must be flying on a scheduled flight operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner Guests must also be flying on a British Airways-operated flight
Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire member	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest	Passengers and guests must be flying on a scheduled flight operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner

British Airways First and Terraces Lounge House Rules

Children under the age of 2 will not count toward the guest quota
Passengers must display their boarding card and frequent flyer membership card (if applicable)

Centurion Lounge

Location: Mezzanine level in the Central Terminal
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Centurion Lounge Facilities

Full-service bar
Self-serve snacks and cold dishes
Semi-private workspaces
Tarmac views
Wi-Fi

Centurion Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Cardmembers may enter with up to 2 complimentary guests if they have spent $75,000 in eligible purchases in a calendar year; otherwise, a guest day pass can be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child between the ages of 2 and 17	Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express		Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
Corporate Platinum Card® by American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests free of charge	Annual Fee: $550 Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests at a charge of $50 per person	Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card		Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier
Centurion® Card from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests or immediate family (partner and children under 18) free of charge	Initiation fee: $10,000 Annual membership fee: $5,000 Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person

Centurion Lounge House Rules

Family members and guests are not permitted to access the lounge or remain in the lounge without the relevant cardholder.
Complimentary guest access is per day.
Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge with proof of age.

Hot Tip: Check out our full review of the Centurion Lounge at SEA.

The Club SEA

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has 2 Club SEA lounges, located at:

Concourse A, near gate A11: Daily from 5 a.m. to 12 a.m.
South Satellite Terminal, near gate S9: Daily from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Club SEA Facilities

Business services
Digital newspapers and magazines
Self-serve soft and alcoholic drinks
Snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi

The Club SEA Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Any passenger may purchase entry with a same-day boarding card	$50
Priority Pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Cardholders must be 21 years old Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Delta Sky Club

Location: Concourse A, near gate A
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:15 a.m. to 12 a.m

Delta Sky Club Facilities

Asanda Spa — fees apply for treatments (Concourse A lounge)
Business services
Delta Sky Club ambassador for assistance
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve bar with soft and alcoholic drinks
Self-serve buffet with hot and cold dishes
Showers
Starbucks coffee machine
TVs
Tarmac views
Wi-Fi

Hot Tip: We’ve compiled a full list of U.S. Delta Sky Clubs with information on locations, amenities, and opening hours.

Delta Sky Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Executive membership	Members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card Members may bring 2 guests	$1,495 (annually) \| 149,500 miles Valid with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline) Members must be 18 or over
Individual membership	Members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card Members can bring up to 2 guests for $50 per person	$695 (annually) \| 69,500 miles Valid with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline) Members must be 18 or over
SkyTeam Elite Plus and Delta Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion members	Elite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card	Must be flying in Delta Premium Select internationally or in Delta One
Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabin	Passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card	Delta One passengers can access the lounge with domestic flights or when connecting to/from an international flight First or business passengers on SkyTeam flights can access the lounge for the international segment of the journey
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card	Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card Cardmembers receive 2 free guest passes per year Members can bring up to 2 guests for $50 per person	Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Valid on a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight Passengers traveling on Delta partner flight can access the lounge for $50 The credit card must be used for payment
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card	Cardmembers and up to 2 guests can access the lounge for a fee of $50 per person	Annual Fee: $250 (rates and fees) Cardmember must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta or Delta partner flight The credit card must be used for payment
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Cardmembers may access the lounge when traveling on a same-day Delta-operated flight or Delta-marketed WestJet-operated flight booked through Delta (tickets starting with the number 006)and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee	Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Cardmember must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express		Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Cardmember must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Centurion® Card from American Express		Initiation fee: $10,000 Annual membership fee: $5,000 Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Virgin Australia/Velocity VIP Platinum or Gold card members Virgin Australia Business Class passengers	Cardmembers or business class passengers may access a Delta Sky Club when flying a same-day international flight.	Membership card must be displayed at the lounge along with a same-day boarding pass for a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight

Certain Japan-based SkyMiles credit cards can access Sky Clubs, including Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card. See Delta’s international credit card website for specific details, fees, and policies.

Delta Sky Club House Rules

Flights must be marketed or operated by Delta Air Lines or a Delta partner airline (see above for applicable rules for access type).
Same-day travel on any airline applies to existing Delta Lifetime Members.
Members must be 18 years old. Guests under the age of 21 will not be permitted access to a lounge with a self-serve bar in the U.S. unless they are traveling with another member that is over 21.
No gate passes will not be issued for entry, so guests must have access to the required terminal or concourse when visiting a lounge.

Read the full list of house rules on the Delta Air Lines website.

Hot Tip: A 2nd Delta Sky Club location at SEA is in the works and is expected to open sometime in 2024.

United Club

Location: Concourse A, mezzanine level, near gate A10
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:15 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

United Club Facilities

Bar
Business services
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi

United Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
United Club membership	Members have unlimited access to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card Members may bring up to 2 guests	General member, Premier Silver, and Premier Gold	$650 (85,000 miles) annual fee
		Premier Platinum	$600 (80,000 miles) annual fee
		Premier 1K and United Global Services	$550 (75,000 miles) annual fee
		United Club℠ Infinite Card	Included
		Valid on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Club day pass	Passengers have single access to any United Club with a same-day boarding card	$59 (purchased online or at the door) Valid on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Polaris business class	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at their departure, connecting, and arrival airports (domestic arrivals only)	Valid on a United Airlines-operated flight
United Business (international flights)		Also applies to passengers traveling to/from Canada in United First
First class on a Star Alliance airline	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport of their international flight Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline
Business class on a Star Alliance airline	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport of their international flight
United Premier Gold or Star Alliance Gold status	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card for an international flight Access is possible at the departure airport, during connection, or on arrival Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest traveling on the same flight
Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card Maple Leaf Club North America members can access lounges in U.S. locations only Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members can access lounges in worldwide locations and may bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline North America pass: Individual: CA$495; Partner: CA$730 Worldwide pass: Individual: CA$665; Partner: CA$970
Active U.S. military	Passengers must have a valid boarding card for a flight departing within 24 hours Passengers must also be dressed in uniform, be on leave orders, or have rest and recuperation papers Can invite family members with gate passes or traveling on the same flight	Passengers must be traveling on a United or United Express flight
Virgin Australia Velocity (Velocity Gold, Platinum, and VIP)	Passengers must have a valid same-day boarding pass Eligible members traveling on a United-operated flight may bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on an international United or Virgin Australia-operated flight departing from the same airport

United Club House Rules

United Club members can be accompanied by 1 spouse and child under 21 or up to 2 guests.
Guests must be 21 to access a club with a self-serve bar in the U.S. unless traveling with another member that is over 21.
Infants under 2 years old are admitted free of charge.
Day pass entry is subject to capacity.

Read the full list of house rules on United’s website.

USO Lounge

Location: Main Terminal, mezzanine level (outside of the secure area)
Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday: 8 a.m. to 4 a.m. (next day); Sunday, Tuesday, and Friday: Closed

USO Lounge Facilities

Books and magazines
Children’s room
Gaming
Refreshments
Showers
Snacks
TVs
Wi-Fi
Work areas with computers

USO Lounge Access

The USO Lounge is accessible to active-duty military only.

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

Once inside the secure area, passengers can move freely between the different concourses for lounge access. As passengers don’t need to re-clear security, this allows more time to relax in the lounge before a flight. It’s possible to walk between Concourses A, B, C, and D; to reach the satellite terminals, passengers need to ride the Satellite Transit System.

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

A Priority Pass Select membership can really enhance your airport experience. Instead of waiting at the gate for your plane to board, you can kick your feet up and relax while enjoying free food and drinks. Better yet, you’ll be able to do this in over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide — including 2 Priority Pass lounge locations at SEA.

Our favorite credit card for Priority Pass access is the Chase Sapphire Reserve®. This is because in addition to receiving access to Priority Pass lounge locations, you also receive a dining credit a Priority Pass restaurant locations. Thanks to your Chase Sapphire Reserve card, you’ll get a $28 dining credit towards your bill ($56 when dining with a guest) at Brewtop Social and Bambuza at SEA.

If the Chase Sapphire Reserve card doesn’t seem like a good fit for you, you could opt for the Amex Platinum card. However, the Priority Pass Select membership that comes with the Amex Platinum card upon enrollment does not include access to Priority Pass restaurants, though it does offer access to several other airport lounge networks like Amex Centurion Lounges and Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta).

Want to weigh all of your options? Here are some of the credit cards that offer access to Priority Pass lounges:

Amex Business Platinum card
Citi Prestige® Card
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card (10 visits per year)
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card

Final Thoughts

There are some great options when it comes to airline lounges at SEA. Relax with a drink and admire the distant Olympic and Cascade Mountains that are visible on a clear day, and aviation geeks will love the excellent views of the airfield that many lounges provide.

The information regarding the Corporate Platinum Card® by American Express, Centurion® Card from American Express, Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card, Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card, Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card, and Citi Prestige® Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

For rates and fees of The Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, click here.

4 comments

RobD August 20, 2022

Capital One Venture X also gives Priority Pass (to certain authorized users too), including the restaurants. It’s become my new favourite card, and I also have the Amex Platinum card.

Anna Sandoval November 12, 2022

This info is incorrect, there is no delta sky club lounge in the south terminal at SeaTac. Unfortunately, I learned this the hard way, I took this info and went to find a delta sky lounge in south terminal today 11/12/22 and there is not one.

- Keri Stooksbury November 12, 2022
  
  Anna, apologies that our article sent you on a goose chase! Thanks for letting us know. We’ve updated the article to reflect the change.
  
Alaska Visa Signature Cardholder March 4, 2023

Access to Alaska Airlines Lounges cannot be purchased by holders of “Alaska Airlines Visa Signature” cardholders in any of their 3 lounges at Seattle Tacoma Airport despite what this article claims. Access can be purchased at JFK and 2 other airports that I cannot remember.