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Lost & Found at SEA Airport

If you've lost an item at the Seattle Tacoma Airport, don't panic. Airports have protocols in place to help you recover your lost items. However, these procedures vary depending on where the item was lost. This guide will help you navigate the lost and found process at SEA airport.

Items Lost at Security Checkpoint

If you suspect that you've lost an item at a security checkpoint, you should contact the TSA Lost & Found. They can be reached at this phone number: +1-206-787-5312. The TSA is responsible for all items left behind at security checkpoints and can assist you in locating your lost property.

Items Lost on Aircraft/Lost Luggage

For items lost on the aircraft, including missing luggage at baggage claim (lost luggage), you must contact the airline you traveled with. For a list of airlines and their contact details, visit the Airlines Served page. Here are some of the most popular airlines used at SEA airport:

Items Lost in Other Areas

If you've lost an item in other areas of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, there's an official SEA Airport lost and found service that you can contact. They will do everything they can to help you recover your lost property. To file a lost property report, visit the Lost & Found Claim Link.

The Airport Lost and Found is open 7 days a week from 08:00 A.M. to 06:00 P.M. Pacific Standard Time. It's located on the Baggage Claim Level across from Carousel 13. If you lost your property less than 30 days ago, please complete a Lost Property Report.

If you've found something at SEA Airport, turn in the property to SEA Airport Lost and Found as soon as possible. This gives the owner a better chance of reclaiming their property. If after hours, use the phone outside the lost and found window to report the found item.

Tips for Success

Here are some tips to help you successfully recover your lost items:

  • File a lost property report as soon as you realize your item is missing.
  • Provide as much detail as possible when describing your lost item.
  • Keep a record of your lost property report and follow up regularly.
  • Check with all relevant parties, including the airline and TSA.

Tips for Preventing Loss

Here are some tips to help prevent losing your items in the future:

  • Use tracking tags on your luggage and valuable items.
  • Take photos of all valuable items and luggage to be used when describing items.
  • Keep smaller items and valuables in a secure, zipped compartment.
  • Always double-check your surroundings before leaving any area in the airport.

Updated on: December 29, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you've lost an item at the airport, the reporting process depends on where you lost it. If it was at the security checkpoint, contact the TSA Lost & Found at +1-206-787-5312. If it was on the aircraft or at baggage claim, contact your airline directly. For items lost elsewhere in the airport, you can file a lost property report using the official SEA Airport lost and found service.
You can file a lost property report using the online form at the Lost & Found Claim Link.
If you've lost an item at a security checkpoint, you should contact the TSA Lost & Found at +1-206-787-5312. They are responsible for all items left behind at security checkpoints and can assist you in locating your lost property.
The Airport Lost and Found is open 7 days a week from 08:00
For items lost on the aircraft, including missing luggage at baggage claim (lost luggage), you must contact the airline you traveled with. Visit the Airlines Served page for a list of airlines and their contact details.
If you've lost an item in other areas of the airport, contact the official SEA Airport lost and found service. You can file a lost property report using the online form at the Lost & Found Claim Link.
If you've found something at the airport, turn in the property to SEA Airport Lost and Found as soon as possible. This gives the owner a better chance of reclaiming their property. If after hours, use the phone outside the lost and found window to report the found item.