Fly Local With Tri-Cities Airport
Welcome to TRI
Here every departure marks the beginning of a journey, and every arrival signifies a homecoming. TRI is more than just an airport, it’s a community hub helping our region soar to new heights.
TRI makes Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia accessible from anywhere in the world, providing a huge benefit to families and businesses alike. Your choice to fly from Tri-Cities Airport is an investment in the future of our region, bringing us closer to a network of destinations and opportunities.
Where Will You Go?
With direct flights to four major hubs, the Tri-Cities is one connection away from anywhere in the world. Start your journey here.
Why Fly TRI?
You can reach more than 280 destinations worldwide with just one stop, including destinations throughout the United States and every continent (except Antarctica).
You may cut the total cost of your trip. When you drive to another airport, you spend time and money on gas, food, and lodging. You might even spend more money on parking.
You can help TRI attract new flights! When you fly from your local airport, you are telling airlines that to earn your business, they need to offer service at TRI.
You support your local economy, creating jobs right here in the Tri-Cities.
How TRI Gets New Routes
Adding new air service at TRI is complex. Airlines decide which airports they will offer service to and what routes will be available. To inform their decisions, they consider market demand, fuel costs, crew and aircraft availability, and landing fees. TRI competes with other similarly sized airports nationwide for the limited number of new routes available.
Our team at TRI attends conferences and regularly meets with airlines to advocate for these new routes. We also partner with an air service development (ASD) firm, an external agency who specializes in adding commercial service to airports to help further these efforts.
Why Flying Local Matters
When local residents fly from out-of-town airports, their purchase shows airlines that travelers are willing to drive their connection. This reduces the airline’s motivation to offer additional routes at TRI.
To help bring new service to our region, be sure to check routes from TRI first, consider the total cost of flying from another airport, and think about the convenience of flying local. We understand that TRI isn’t the right airport for every journey, but when you fly local, you play an important role in the demand for expanded air services.
With the support of local travelers like you, we’ve partnered with American Airlines, Breeze Airways, and United Airlines to offer new routes to Chicago, Illinois; Orlando, Florida; and Washington D.C. Every ticket purchased contributes to the growth of our airport and our community.
More Ways to Help
Talk About TRI
Encourage friends and family to check TRI first when they travel
Join the Conversation
Follow us on social media
Use Your Voice
Contact your preferred airline and encourage them to add service
(Hint: after-flight surveys are an easy way to make your voice heard)
Advocate Locally
Encourage your local elected officials to support TRI and air service development efforts