Travelling from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore the options for booking a flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) leaving from either of these.
Tri-Cities Regional Airport is located in Kingsport. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Tampa.
Your flight from Tampa to TRI won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Tampa International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Planning to leave from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)? Direct Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) plane tickets are available from here.
From PIE, direct flights from Tampa to TRI can be booked with Allegiant Air.
On the PIE to TRI route, Allegiant Air is the preferred choice of many.
PIE is around 29 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Tampa to TRI flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77.01% of flights leaving St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TRI instead:
The street address for TRI is 2525 Tennessee 75.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport is RM160. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM320. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tampa to TRI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
February is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kingsport based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Tampa to TRI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Kingsport, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kingsport
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kingsport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Kingsport when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Foot Bridge - Lakeside Trail followed by Mountain Music Museum and Allandale Mansion.
Explore more of the United States
Kingsport is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 193 kilometres south-east of Kingsport, a visit to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Any trip to the United States isn't complete without visiting Ironville. Hoods creek cemetery is among the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 225 kilometres north of Kingsport.
