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King County International Airport - Boeing Field

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King County International Airport - Boeing Field

Seattle, United States

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Historic Seattle general aviation and business aviation hub.

Opened

1928

Location

Seattle, United States

King County International Airport, commonly known as Boeing Field, is a public airport located approximately 3 miles south of downtown Seattle, Washington. It serves as a major general aviation, cargo, and business aviation facility for the Seattle metropolitan area, complementing Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The airport has deep historical ties to the Boeing Company, which continues to use the facility for aircraft testing and delivery operations. It is one of the busiest airports in the United States by aircraft operations, handling a high volume of corporate jets, charter flights, cargo carriers, and flight training activity. Boeing Field also hosts the Museum of Flight, one of the largest air and space museums in the world, located on its southern boundary. The airport is owned and operated by King County.

Terminals

The airport has a small terminal facility primarily serving charter, cargo, and fixed-base operator (FBO) clients rather than scheduled commercial airline passengers.

Getting to & from

The airport is accessible by car via East Marginal Way South and is served by King County Metro bus routes connecting to downtown Seattle.

Airlines here

Boeing Field does not serve as a hub for major commercial airlines but hosts charter operators, cargo carriers such as FedEx and UPS, and various on-demand air taxi services.

Notable facts

›Boeing has used the airport since the 1930s for aircraft manufacturing, testing, and deliveries.
›The Museum of Flight, one of the world's premier air and space museums, is located on the airport's southern edge.
›Boeing Field consistently ranks among the top U.S. airports by total aircraft operations.
›The airport's main runway (13R/31L) is approximately 10,000 feet long, capable of handling large aircraft.
›The airport served limited scheduled commercial service in the past but now focuses on general and business aviation.

Official website Wikipedia

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Where aviation history meets Seattle's industrial waterfront and working skies

King County International Airport, known as Boeing Field, sits just four miles south of downtown Seattle and has been a cornerstone of Pacific Northwest aviation since 1928. Originally built as Seattle's primary commercial airport before Sea-Tac took over that role, it now serves as a major hub for general aviation, charter flights, cargo operations, and Boeing aircraft testing and deliveries. Its proximity to Boeing's historic production facilities gives the field a unique industrial character found at few airports in the world.

Terminals

General Aviation Terminal — A single modest terminal serving FBO operations, charter passengers, and private aircraft arrivals and departures.

Ground Transport

King County Metro Bus Route 124 connects Boeing Field to downtown Seattle and SODO
Taxi and rideshare services including Uber and Lyft are available curbside
Rental car agencies are accessible nearby along East Marginal Way
Personal vehicle access via East Marginal Way South with on-site parking available

Nearby Hotels

Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Southcenter
Marriott Seattle Airport
Holiday Inn Express Seattle South - Tukwila
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport

Dining

Dining options within Boeing Field itself are extremely limited, befitting its general aviation focus, with only basic FBO-level refreshments available on site. Travellers are better served heading north into the SODO district or Georgetown neighborhood, both within a few miles, where a growing number of cafes, breweries, and casual restaurants can be found. Downtown Seattle's full range of dining is accessible within a 10-minute drive.

Traveller Tips

The Museum of Flight is located directly on the airport's south end and is well worth a visit before or after your flight.
East Marginal Way can experience heavy truck traffic from industrial operations, so factor in extra travel time during peak hours.
Security and ground procedures differ significantly from commercial airports — confirm all access requirements with your FBO or charter operator in advance.
Parking is available on site but space can be limited during major Boeing delivery events or airshows.

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Kenmore Air

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