King County International Airport - Boeing Field
Airport Airport
King County International Airport - Boeing Field (BFI) is a working airfield near Seattle that primarily serves cargo, general aviation and some charter/regional passenger services. It is not the primary commercial passenger airport for Seattle (that role belongs to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport).
Operations are centered on a compact set of passenger and cargo facilities rather than a large commercial terminal complex.
Terminal Guide for King County International Airport (Boeing Field) #
BFI’s passenger facilities are limited compared with major commercial airports; passenger operations are typically handled in small terminal or fixed‑base operator (FBO) facilities used for general aviation and charter flights.
There is no large multi‑concourse passenger terminal; procedures and passenger flows depend on the operator or charter company.
Getting to and From King County International Airport (Boeing Field) #
BFI is within a short drive of central Seattle; ground access is typically by car, taxi or rideshare. Travel times to downtown Seattle are usually under 20 minutes without heavy traffic.
- Car / driving: On‑site parking is available; ground access is straightforward via local roads.
- Taxis & rideshare: Taxi and rideshare pickups are common for charter and passenger movements.
- Public transit: Limited scheduled public transit directly to terminal passengers - check routes before travel.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at King County International Airport (Boeing Field) #
Facilities are oriented toward cargo and general aviation needs; passenger amenities are limited compared with a major commercial airport.
- Lounges: Typical airline lounges are not present; FBOs provide passenger lounges for private flights.
- Food & drink: Limited food and retail options compared with large commercial airports.
- Wi‑Fi: Wi‑Fi may be available through operator facilities; availability varies by terminal operator.
- Accessibility: Basic accessibility support is available; coordinate with your operator for special assistance.
Tips for King County International Airport - Boeing Field #
- Primarily cargo & general aviation: Boeing Field (BFI) is focused on cargo, general aviation and some regional passenger operations - it’s not Seattle’s main commercial airport.
- Nearby to Seattle: The field is close to downtown Seattle; travel times are short but can vary with traffic.
- Check carrier operations: If you have a scheduled passenger flight from BFI, confirm terminal procedures with the operating airline because services differ from larger commercial airports.
Weather & Climate near King County International Airport - Boeing Field #
King County International Airport - Boeing Field's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (967 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 23 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.