Airports Near Sammamish
The closest airports to Sammamish, Washington: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Sammamish, Washington is Renton Municipal Airport (RNT), about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Boeing Field King County International Airport (BFI).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RNT | Renton Municipal AirportRenton, United States | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Regional |
| BFI | Boeing Field King County International AirportSeattle, United States | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | International |
| SEA | Seattle Tacoma International AirportSeattle, United States | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | International |
| PAE | Snohomish County (Paine Field) AirportEverett, United States | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Regional |
| PWT | Bremerton National AirportBremerton, United States | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Regional |
| TIW | Tacoma Narrows AirportTacoma, United States | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 2 min | Regional |
| GRF | Gray Army Air FieldFort Lewis/Tacoma, United States | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Regional |
| ESW | Easton State AirportEaston, United States | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Renton Municipal Airport (RNT) is the most convenient at about 12 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Boeing Field King County International Airport (BFI) (13 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Sammamish. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with RNT.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near RNT saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Sammamish is Renton Municipal Airport (RNT), about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road.