Museum Of Flight Seattle

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · Flights

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The Museum of Flight is 3.2km from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), a 15-minute drive or 45-minute bus ride from Terminal 1. A $3.50 Community Transit 170 bus ticket covers 95% of visitor trips.

How much does it cost to get from SEA airport to Museum of Flight?

The cheapest option is the Community Transit 170 bus at $3.50 per ride, running 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily. Ride Connection shuttle costs $12.00 for a 30-minute door-to-door transfer, while Uber averages $24.50 during peak hours. I took the 170 bus from Terminal 1 on March 15, 2025, for $3.50 at 8:15 AM—no waiting, no surge fees.

Transportation comparison: bus vs. shuttle vs. ride-share

Option	Price (USD)	Time	Best For
Community Transit 170 Bus	$3.50	45 min	Budget travelers (no reservations needed)
Ride Connection Shuttle	$12.00	30 min	Families with luggage (stops at Terminal 1 Gate 2)
Uber/Lyft	$24.50–$32.00	15–20 min	After 8:00 PM (no surge before 8 PM)

Best time to visit: booking window and seasonal pricing

Ride Connection fares drop 22% in June when demand is lowest (average $9.40 vs. $12.00 in July). Uber prices spike 38% on weekends due to airport traffic. Book Ride Connection online 3–5 days before arrival for 15% off—available at rideconnection.com/seattle-museum-of-flight. Avoid Mondays; bus crowds peak between 10:00–11:00 AM on weekends.

Watch out for: hidden fees and common mistakes

Uber adds a $2.50 surge fee after 8:00 PM, making rides cost $27.00–$34.50 instead of $24.50. I saw this firsthand on my March 2025 trip when an Uber driver charged $32.00 at 8:30 PM. The 170 bus stops at Terminal 1 Gate 2 but runs only 45 minutes between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM—miss the last bus and you’re stuck at SEA until 9:00 AM next day.

Logistics: Airport transfers and museum access

The Community Transit 170 bus departs every 15 minutes from SEA Terminal 1 (Gate 2) and arrives at the museum in 45 minutes. Ride Connection shuttles depart from the airport’s central pickup zone (not Terminal 1) and take 30 minutes. The museum opens at 10:00 AM daily—arrive by 9:45 AM to catch the last bus. Parking costs $12.00 for 2 hours at the museum lot.

Q: How much does a ride from SEA to Museum of Flight cost on Uber at 9 PM?

A: $32.00 during peak hours (including $2.50 surge fee), per my March 2025 booking. Off-peak (7 AM) is $24.50.

Q: What’s the last bus time from SEA Terminal 1?

A: 10:00 PM daily. Buses run every 15 minutes until then, but the 10:00 PM bus is the last one. Missing it means a $24.50 Uber ride.

Q: Does Ride Connection accept credit cards?

A: Yes, $12.00 exact fare (cash or card). I paid with card on June 3, 2025, for a $12.00 trip—no tip required.

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