# SEA Airport Concourse C Expansion to Open Late May for FIFA World Cup

_May 23 13:00_

Tags: Alaska Airlines, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), other, airline, other relevant news

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) plans to open its expanded Concourse C in late May or early June 2026, just in time for the FIFA World Cup. The $399 million project triples the concourse size, adding new dining, retail, and an Alaska Airlines lounge

## Summary

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is targeting a late May or early June 2026 opening for its expanded Concourse C, aiming to have the facility fully operational for the FIFA World Cup between mid-June and early July. The $399 million project expands the concourse from approximately 81,000 square feet to over 226,000 square feet. Key features include:
- A two-story Alaska Airlines lounge with a new premium club for long-haul business-class flyers and high-level elites.
- An enclosed outdoor viewing deck and rooftop solar array.
- Approximately a dozen new dining and retail options, including local brands like Great State Burger and Olympia Coffee, alongside national chains like Chili's and Buffalo Wild Wings.
- New amenities such as an interfaith prayer room, nursing suite, pet relief area, and a live music stage.
- Expanded public art installations. The expansion addresses previous footprint constraints by adding four new floors to the existing structure

## Why it matters

Affects Alaska Airlines loyalty members and route planners.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/seattle-airport-concourse-c-fifa) — SEA airport hopes to open Concourse C expansion in time for FIFA World Cup fans

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