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 Alaska Airlines. 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 Bellingham takes 2h 26m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $20 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 Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tukwila, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Tukwila takes 135 miles and will cost you around $19. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $253 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 Alaska Airlines. 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 Bellingham takes 2h 26m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $20 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 Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tukwila, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Tukwila takes 135 miles and will cost you around $19. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $253 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airlines serving Tukwila

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (941 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,534 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,613 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,119 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,859 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,176 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,651 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (396 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tukwila

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Seattle/Southcenter and Extended Stay America Suites - Seattle - Tukwila.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tukwila

Most booked hotels in Tukwila

Country Inn & Suites Seattle-Tacoma Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3037 reviews)
$165+
Hotel Interurban
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 993 reviews)
$199+
Comfort Suites Airport Tukwila Seattle
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 614 reviews)
$163+
Embassy Suites By Hilton Seattle - Tacoma International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, 385 reviews)
$176+
Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1398 reviews)
$119+
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
4 stars
Good (7, 1555 reviews)
$163+

Renting a car in Tukwila

Renting a car in Tukwila costs $37 per day, on average, or $74 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 58% cheaper than airport locations in Tukwila.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tukwila, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Tukwila costs $37 per day, on average, or $74 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 58% cheaper than airport locations in Tukwila.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tukwila, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.