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 BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Southcenter Mall (1159 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 Las Vegas and takes around 2h 37m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tukwila. The train journey from Tukwila to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $42 for a 4h 25m 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 Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and FlixBus. 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 Las Vegas and takes around 2h 37m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tukwila. The train journey from Tukwila to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $42 for a 4h 25m 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 Quick Shuttle, Amtrak and FlixBus. 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 (4,683 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,258 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,975 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,979 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (928 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (411 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,750 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, 3036 reviews)
$181+
Hotel Interurban
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 993 reviews)
$201+
Comfort Suites Airport Tukwila Seattle
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 624 reviews)
$189+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 241 reviews)
$196+
Embassy Suites By Hilton Seattle - Tacoma International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 400 reviews)
$213+
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1406 reviews)
$134+

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 72% 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. Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tukwila, while also 25% 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 72% 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. Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tukwila, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.