Traveling from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of San Diego's main airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) departing from either of these.
Kingsport is three hours ahead of San Diego. Tri-Cities Regional Airport is located in Kingsport, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from San Diego to TRI, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Traveling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on time.
SAN is located at N Harbor Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is about 56 kilometers from central San Diego. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your San Diego to TRI flight? Unwind in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
Have a late flight from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near TRI and hit the lights earlier:
The address for TRI is 2525 Tennessee 75.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport is AED 640. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,380. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to TRI if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI)
July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI). Plan your visit to Kingsport in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kingsport is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your San Diego to TRI flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Kingsport
Start your Kingsport trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Tri-Cities Regional Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Foot Bridge - Lakeside Trail, Mountain Music Museum and Allandale Mansion are must-visits when exploring Kingsport.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Kingsport, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 193 kilometers south-east to Charlotte to check off its leading attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, your itinerary will be busy.
Any journey through the United States wouldn't be complete without a stop in Ironville. Hoods creek cemetery is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 225 kilometers north of Kingsport.
