Flying from Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is one hour behind Kingsport, where Tri-Cities Regional Airport is located. Houston runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your TRI to Houston flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
TRI is about 16 kilometres from central Kingsport. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near TRI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Tri-Cities Regional Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from TRI land on schedule 81% of the time.
You'll find TRI at 2525 Tennessee 75.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tri-Cities Regional Airport (TRI) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston flight is ج.م. 4,449. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 13,502. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from TRI to Houston if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TRI to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from TRI to Houston can help you get the best possible rate.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is around 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your TRI to Houston flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston. To skip the crowds, head to Houston in January.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from TRI to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tri-Cities Regional Airport to Houston, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are highlights which should be on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its top sights. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
