Does Avis offer skip-the-counter at SeaTac via a loyalty program?
Verified: 2026-05-30
At a glance
Avis Preferred: Preferred counter bypass
What to know
Tables, fee breakdowns & trip planning — not a raw data dump
Planning your rental
Shuttle & pickup
Terminal Islands 1 & 16 → CONRAC (3150 S 160th St, SeaTac, WA 98188)
| Band | Wait | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Off-peak | 5–8 min | Weekday daytime |
| Peak | 10–15 min | Rush hours |
| Friday PM | 12–18 min | ~6 PM band |
Out-the-door fees
| Kayak base rate | ~$57/day |
| Facility charge (CFC) | $7/day |
| Concession recovery (ACRF) | 11.1% (~$6/day) |
| Est. out-the-door | ~$70/day |
What to expect on your trip
- Enroll in Avis Preferred before your SeaTac arrival.
- Preferred counter bypass Benefits may include pre-filled paperwork, vehicle selection, and shorter queues during peak (15–30 min without bypass).
- Editorial facts: CONRAC $419M facility, May 2021, LEED Silver, 23 acres, 12 agencies,.
- Verify live policies at pickup; cite.
Honest heads-up
Know this
Kayak averages hide CFC (~$7/day) and ACRF (11.1%) stacked on base rates. Compare all-in daily cost, not headline $/day.
Know this
Deposit holds are often confused with charges. At CONRAC, holds typically release 5–14 business days after return depending on bank batching.
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