Travelling from Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind Kingsport, where Tri-Cities Regional Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from TRI to Seattle. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid identity document however, like an ID card or driver's licence. Add them to your packing checklist after booking your flight tickets from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle.
TRI is approximately 23 kilometres from central Kingsport. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to TRI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) to Seattle
C$237 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle. A return flight starts at C$610. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from TRI to Seattle, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle is about 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Seattle. After your flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 11 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 23 minutes.
After your flight from TRI to Seattle, unwind at a hotel near LKE. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Seattle in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from TRI to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
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Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Seattle to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LMN Architects.
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