Tukwila travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tukwila

With a population of 19,107, Tukwila is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Tukwila deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Tukwila

If you’re looking for affordable options, Basil's Seattle Restaurant & Lounge (15920 West Valley Highway) and Trapper's Sushi - Tukwila (468 Southcenter Mall) are great picks.

When to visit Tukwila

Tukwila in October
Estimated package price
$297
2 travelers
Flight to Tukwila
3 nights at hotel
Tukwila in October
Estimated package price
$297
2 travelers
Flight to Tukwila
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Tukwila

Plane

When flying to Tukwila, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tukwila include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Tukwila departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tukwila. The train journey from Tukwila to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $29 for a 3h 07m trip. The train station in Tukwila is called Tukwila, and is located 1.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Tukwila is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 10 miles from Tukwila. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Tukwila using Quick Shuttle or Amtrak. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Tukwila takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

When flying to Tukwila, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tukwila include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Tukwila departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tukwila. The train journey from Tukwila to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $29 for a 3h 07m trip. The train station in Tukwila is called Tukwila, and is located 1.3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Tukwila is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 10 miles from Tukwila. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Tukwila using Quick Shuttle or Amtrak. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Tukwila takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airlines serving Tukwila

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,585 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,936 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Tukwila

Most booked hotels in Tukwila

Country Inn & Suites Seattle-Tacoma Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3040 reviews)
$169+
Hotel Interurban
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 995 reviews)
$200+
Comfort Suites Airport Tukwila Seattle
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 622 reviews)
$173+
Embassy Suites By Hilton Seattle - Tacoma International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 390 reviews)
$202+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 241 reviews)
$194+
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1409 reviews)
$130+

Renting a car in Tukwila

Renting a car in Tukwila costs $37 per day, on average, or $75 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 65% cheaper than airport locations in Tukwila.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Tukwila (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tukwila, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Tukwila costs $37 per day, on average, or $75 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 65% cheaper than airport locations in Tukwila.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Tukwila (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tukwila, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.