Flying from Tri-Cities Airport (TRI) to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tri-Cities Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Tampa's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Kingsport.
Your TRI to PIE flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Allegiant Air is your gateway to exploring Tampa (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Tri-Cities Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Allegiant Air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Handy information about Tri-Cities Airport (TRI)
The address for TRI is 2525 Tennessee 75.
81% of flights leaving Tri-Cities Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of TRI.
Central Kingsport to Tri-Cities Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
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Arriving at St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tri-Cities Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PIE instead:
Pick up a St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport rental car and discover Tampa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Alamo and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Increase your likelihood of scoring the best deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) to central Tampa
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The quietest month for a flight from Tri-Cities Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is November, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Tampa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Tri-Cities Airport to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport for August if you want to go to Tampa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TRI to PIE sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Tampa, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Jacksonville to check off its leading sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of the United States, consider Miami, roughly 338 kilometres south-east of Tampa. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are key reasons to visit.
