Why go
- City in Washington, United States.
- Served by Yakima Air Terminal (YKM).
History
Yakima is a city in and the county seat of Yakima County, Washington, United States, and the state's 11th most populous city. As of the 2020 census, the city had a total population of 96,968 and a metropolitan population of 256,728. The unincorporated suburban areas of West Valley and Terrace Heights are considered a part of greater Yakima.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Alaska Airlines AS (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Seattle*
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.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Yakima Air Terminal (YKM); 26 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YKM has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Seattle).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Yakima, WA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.