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
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 8 direct destinations
- Alaska Airlines AS (Dash 8-400) · 2 routes: Portland*, Seattle*
- Allegiant Air G4 (MD-80) · 2 routes: Las Vegas, Mesa
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ-900, CRJ-700, CRJ) · 2 routes: Minneapolis*, Salt Lake City*
- United Airlines UA (CRJ) · 2 routes: Denver*, San Francisco*
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 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.