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

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tukwila, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Tukwila takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $278 for a journey of 165 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

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tukwila, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Tukwila takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $278 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airlines serving Tukwila

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,712 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 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, 3041 reviews)
$167+
Hotel Interurban
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 995 reviews)
$200+
Comfort Suites Airport Tukwila Seattle
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 618 reviews)
$166+
Embassy Suites By Hilton Seattle - Tacoma International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 389 reviews)
$201+
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, 1410 reviews)
$127+

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.