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Tri Cities Airport

Pasco, United States

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Tri Cities Airport

Pasco, United States
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410 ft
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Regional gateway serving Washington's Tri-Cities area.

Opened
1942
Location
Pasco, United States
Tri Cities Airport (PSC/KPSC) is a public airport located in Pasco, Washington, serving the Tri-Cities metropolitan area comprising Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland. It is the primary commercial service airport for southeastern Washington State and handles both commercial passenger flights and general aviation operations. The airport is owned and operated by the Port of Pasco and sits at an elevation of approximately 410 feet above sea level. It serves as an important regional hub for the agricultural, wine industry, and energy sectors prominent in the Columbia Basin region. Tri Cities Airport has undergone terminal improvements in recent years to accommodate growing passenger demand and to modernize its facilities, supporting connections to major hub airports across the western United States.
Terminals
The airport features a single terminal building with multiple gates serving commercial airline operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, rideshare services, and hotel shuttles, with the airport located a short drive from downtown Pasco and the broader Tri-Cities area.
Airlines here
Major airlines serving PSC include Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, offering connections to hubs such as Seattle, San Francisco, Denver, and Los Angeles.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport served as a military airfield during World War II before transitioning to civilian use.
  • ›PSC is owned and operated by the Port of Pasco.
  • ›The Tri-Cities region is one of Washington State's premier wine-producing areas, contributing to airport traffic.
  • ›The airport sits near the confluence of the Columbia, Snake, and Yakima rivers.
  • ›Passenger volumes have grown steadily alongside the region's expanding agricultural and energy industries.
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Gateway to the Columbia Basin where three river cities converge

Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) serves the communities of Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland in southeastern Washington State, situated near the confluence of the Columbia, Snake, and Yakima rivers. Originally developed with roots tied to the region's agricultural and energy industries, the airport has grown into a modern regional hub connecting the Tri-Cities area to major domestic hubs. It plays a vital role in serving both business travelers linked to the Hanford Site and leisure visitors exploring wine country.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modern terminal building housing all airline check-in, security, gates, dining, and baggage claim operations.
Ground Transport
  • Rental car agencies available on-site (Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, National)
  • Taxi and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) available at the terminal curb
  • Ben Franklin Transit local bus routes connect the airport to the Tri-Cities area
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles offered by several nearby properties
Nearby Hotels
  • Courtyard by Marriott Pasco
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Pasco
  • Holiday Inn Express Pasco
  • La Quinta Inn & Suites Pasco
Dining

Inside the terminal, travelers will find a modest but functional selection of cafes and snack options suitable for quick pre-flight meals. The broader Pasco and Kennewick area offers a wide range of restaurants reflecting the region's agricultural richness, including farm-to-table dining and local wineries. Wine enthusiasts in particular will appreciate the proximity to the acclaimed Columbia Valley wine region just outside the airport.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as security lines can grow quickly during morning peak hours.
  • Rent a car if you plan to explore the region — public transit coverage outside the city centers is limited.
  • The Tri-Cities area is a major wine destination; consider building extra time to visit nearby Columbia Valley wineries.
  • Parking at the airport is generally affordable and convenient, with short-term and long-term lots located close to the terminal.
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Route map (8 destinations)

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Routes

PSC → SEAAS · DH4
PSC → PDXAS · DH4
PSC → MSPDL · CR9
PSC → SLCDL · CR9 CR7 CRJ
PSC → AZAG4 · M80
PSC → LASG4 · M80
PSC → DENUA · CRJ
PSC → SFOUA · CRJ
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Encyclopaedia

Tri-Cities Airport may refer to:Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott, New York, United States Tri-Cities Airport (Washington) in Pasco, Washington, United States Tri-Cities Airport (Tennessee) in Tennessee

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