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Pasco-Richland-Kennewick, WA

Kennewick is a city in Benton County, Washington, United States. It is located along the southwest bank of the Columbia River, just southeast of the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima rivers and across from the confluence of the Columbia and Snake rivers.

Type CityPopulation 83,921

Why go

  • City in the United States.
  • Known for Tri-City Americans (WHL).
  • Served by Tri-Cities Airport (PSC).

History

Kennewick is a city in Benton County, Washington, United States. It is located along the southwest bank of the Columbia River, just southeast of the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima rivers and across from the confluence of the Columbia and Snake rivers. It is the most populous of the three cities collectively referred to as the Tri-Cities. The population was 83,921 at the 2020 census, and was estimated at 86,728 in 2024.

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) 3.5 mi to the centre
Pasco, WA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 4 airlines (Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines) · direct flights to 8 destinations incl. Denver, Las Vegas, Mesa, Minneapolis, Portland… (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 8 direct destinations

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Richland Airport (RLD) 6.9 mi to the centre
1903 Terminal Dr, Richland, WA 99354 — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Hermiston Municipal Airport (HES) 29 mi to the centre
Hermiston, OR, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Carr Airport 11 mi to the centre
Pasco, WA, US
Outdoor
Coopers Landing Airport 12 mi to the centre
Kennewick, WA, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Tri-Cities Airport (PSC); 22 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: PSC has direct flights to 8 destinations on 4 airlines (incl. Denver, Las Vegas, Mesa, Minneapolis, Portland…).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Pasco-Richland-Kennewick, WA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Bus · Washington · Schedules & GTFS data (official feed)

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach