Where do I park my rental car when returning it at SeaTac?
Verified: 2026-05-30
At a glance
Park in designated return area
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
- When returning your rental car at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, park your vehicle in the designated return area for your rental car agency.
- The return area is typically located near the rental car facility and is marked with signs indicating the agency's name and return instructions.
- Once you have parked your vehicle, proceed to the designated return counter and present your keys and rental agreement to the staff.
- They will inspect the vehicle and process your return.
- If you need help finding the return area, you can use the airport's wayfinding signs or ask for directions from the airport staff.
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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