Travelling from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI): What you need to know
Tampa's main airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check out your departure options from here when searching for your flights from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI).
Tri-Cities Regional Airport is located in Kingsport. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Tampa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tampa to TRI.
Popular months like March or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Tampa International Airport:
78% of flights that depart Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can book a direct Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) plane ticket with departures from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check if flying out of PIE makes more sense for your journey.
Get on your direct flight from Tampa to TRI with Allegiant Air. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of PIE.
Allegiant Air takes the lead in bookings on the PIE to TRI route.
You can reach PIE from the centre of Tampa in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to TRI flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TRI:
The address for TRI is 2525 Tennessee 75.
Getting from Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) to central Kingsport
Tri-Cities Regional Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Kingsport. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
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 $68. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $152. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Tampa to TRI, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
December is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI), while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Kingsport based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Tampa to TRI plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kingsport to range from 16ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between -7ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kingsport
Start your Kingsport trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tampa to Tri-Cities Regional Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your Kingsport visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Kingsport Greenbelt, Mountain Music Museum and Allandale Mansion.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kingsport. Around 193 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.