Tri-Cities Airport – PSC

Considering this is a small town airport servicing 3 cities and counless of rural communities — it’s not that bad. And, at the time I last arrived/​departed (July 2015) it was under some MAJOR construction. I won’t comment on that because it can’t ultimately be helped and it is an effort to improve the overall function and appearance.
It’s one floor. Convenient to pick up and drop off peeps. I have had some problems with baggage here — but it’s not the airports fault. It was the airlines ultimately — and it did work out in the end.
I’ve never paid to park here … it’s always a pick up and drop off outside experience both as a traveler and as the driver! I will say that if you leave your vehicle unattended — it will get a ticket — but there isn’t a lot of enforcement here — and what I mean by that is … the front is not swarming with police. So, if you want to take your chances, you could probably get away with 10 minutes before being asked to move.
All airlines currently (as of July 2015) board you on ground across the tarmac. This leaves you exposed to the elements so plan your clothing accordingly. With the new construction this could be changed by now. Just be aware.
There is free Wi-​Fi (unsecured) but when I tried to connect it was like 1 bar. Not good enough for me to hit it.
Overall, my experience was okay.

I agree with the previous posting about the airport staff and TSA being a pleasant experience when compared to other larger airports. The people here are nice and deserve recognition for that. Just another couple more hours till my flight leaves :)

Small, yet very organized domestic airport. This was my first time flying into and out of PSC, and I couldn’t be any more pleased. The staff is very friendly, and the check-​in process (counter and TSA) went by very smoothly. My only 1^st world gripe was having to wait in a tent for our luggage (temps were scorching in June, triple digits at 110+ degrees), but hey! We don’t control the weather, we can only live with it :) I’m happy I had a very pleasant experience considering I’ll be traveling to the tri-​cities area more often now to visit family, can’t wait to come back!

If you’re driving to the airport to pick someone up do not hit directions and Google map because the location it takes you out is 395 and windup and some packing shed. just follow directions to the club your Basin College and you’re there at the airport nice little airport looks like they’re remodeling it no complaints about the airport

Great place to fly in and out of! Standard small airport with minimal extras, but very friendly staff (including TSA folks) and the type of place you can show up 40 minutes before a flight and still be 35 minutes early to the gate!
If you fly Alaska, you can check a case of wine for free — Downright legit!

When the flights returning to Walla Walla require an overnight stay in Seattle, we are forced to fly out of the Tri-​Cities airport.
I have nothing against this airport but it requires a one hour drive to get there and parking is $ 9 per day.
Our alternative is the Walla Walla airport, which is a fifteen minute drive and free parking.
The only benefit is the choices that this airport offers. You can fly directly to Salt Lake City, Denver, Las Vegas, Phoenix Seattle and Portland on a variety of airlines. This allows for a number of choices when returning, even if you have to return at 11:59 p.m.
The amenities are sparse, although they do have a restaurant, a bar, a shop and a convenience store.
You can rent a car with a few rental company choices.
There is free Wi-​Fi.
They are renovating the baggage claim area (beginning of April 2015).

Avoid Sea — Tac International Airport. As everyone knows Seattle — Tacoma International Airport has been a chaotic mess this summer with record passengers. Unless your flying International, fly out of Pasco or Spokane instead and fly through Denver, Minneapolis, or Salt Lake City then on to your final destination.

I fly into the Pasco Airport a lot during the winter months, when the roads are nasty between here and my college. The staff here are always friendly and helpful, and I’ve never seen an airport with faster security lines. The airport is tiny in comparison to Seattle or Denver, but it is nice because everything is streamlined. There are only three gates, but this will likely change with their planned expansion. Flying out or into Pasco is painless and easy. I definitely recommend it!

I love the breeze of traveling through this little airport. There is ample, inexpensive parking and because if is so small you can whip right through check in and security. In recent years several major hubs have been added so you can get to everywhere from here at competitive prices.

By far the easiest airport to get into, get out of, and pick up from, in the northwest. Service is pretty strong as well, given that both United and Delta are both operated by Skywest, so their staff can switch between airlines in peak times to keep things moving. It’d be nice to see PSC’s TSA get the millimeter-​wave cylinders here since, you know, the tech was developed and patented 15 miles away…

Slow! For such a small airport the ticketing staff seemed a little unorganized. It could have been the questions people were asking because the line did more efficiently at times. This is a small airport. It has 4 gates. two baggage carousels, full rental car service and one diner like store that offers grilled food and snacks. I was there early in the morning and the bathroom and waiting area were not clean. I appreciated the airport because the closest international airport is over two hours away.

Small airport with almost no wait to get through security. Everyone was friendly and efficient. No frills here but it serves the purpose. Not many places to eat so you may want to dine before or after your flight.

Quick airport that serves my needs. Almost zero amenities, a whole whooping 10sq ft of bar space. Well it beats driving to Seattle or Spokane! Saw pics of the future remodel set to start soon, looks pretty sweet!

Super small airport but it gets the job done. I was visiting my friend in Richland and this is the main airport for the tri-​cities. Clean, easy to find signs, friendly service.

This is the smallest airport I have ever been in and the friendliest!
We arrived into Paso with no problems. Everything was great!
We left with nothing but smile and laughter. The people at the airline counter were super helpful with helping us ship our wine we collected on our visit from Walla Walla. The TSA agent was the nicest guy. Not that often the TSA agent makes you smile and laugh while checking you ID.
My husbands ID got stuck in the Xray machine. We freaked out for a second thing we some how lost it. No worries the security guy found it and got it to us.
You don’t have to worry about long line at such a tiny airport. Overall it was great experience and we’ll keep flying back in on our annual trips to Walla Walla!

This airport is small and the chairs are uncomfortable, but the best part is that you only have to sit there for a short period of time, and then you’ll be released from the awful-​ness that is the Tri-​Cities.
The security team here is pretty fair. Nothing overdramatic that I’ve experienced at least.
Once you get to the gate area, try and set up camp right next to the power outlets, which are along the walls and some of the posts.
If you can help it, try to eat before you go to the airport, because the food available in the little stand at the end is pathetic.

By far the smallest airport I have ever been in! Teeny! Security is alright, asked everyone for their name? Never had that happen to me in an airport before. There is something to be said for a tiny airport without jet bridges and numerous loudspeakers and people who act like they are on fire.
My planes arrived and departed on time, and there was plenty of seating for the passengers while waiting to board. It was clean and well-​kept. However, their TV for telling which gates flights arrive in and out of is really annoying – it changes slides approximately every five seconds. It took me a really long time to figure out which gate I was departing out of – then again, I could see all the gates by standing still in the middle of them, so it wouldn’t have been too difficult to figure out. A little more expensive to fly in/​out of here but worth it if your destination is close!

I don’t really have anything negative to say – it’s cute and small. There are peak travel hours though, so don’t take its size for granted and think you can show up 20 minutes before your flight, sometimes the lines for security are a little slow and you don’t want to get yourself in a pickle. They also close the ticketing counter early: you’re warned!
The staff there is nice, I’ve seen them go above an beyond their job duties which is really nice and appreciated. They allow for free parking when you’re picking someone up and I’ve never run into any issues pulling into the loading area to pick someone up. (Some airports are crazy strict with that, shooing you out after 30 seconds)

Going from Las Vegas’ McCarran to Tri-​Cities is a little jarring. I’d never before had to walk out of an airplane into the cold night air and cross the tarmac before being INSIDE the actual airport. However, I am obviously just a spoiled big-​city girl.
All in all Tri-​Cities Airport is an A+ facility. Everything is easy to find (mostly because it is so small!). The TSA security was not a problem at all. Quick, easy and efficient!
A big plus is they have free WiFi and a convenience store once you get into the terminal that sells your typical convenience food fare, but also sandwiches and coffees.
Only a few airlines fly in here — Allegiant, Alaska, and Delta. Perhaps one more? But that’s it. Don’t expect much, it’s your typical small-​town airport.

Anyone remember that TV show «Wings» that ran in the 90’s? Well the Tri-​Cities airport located in Pasco, WA could have been the inspiration for it!
The rental car parking lot is all of about 5 steps from the front door. There are signs that say jot down your mileage and bring your keys in. No guy with a handheld scanner here. Just don’t forget to drop the keys off at the desk inside (which is easy to do!)
I walked up to the United Counter and the guy helping me looked more like a baggage handler than a counter clerk, but no matter. He was funny and personable (I’d like to see that happen at O’ Hare!) and did the best he could to get a colleague of mine on the same flight.
Security was a breeze even though there was only one lane. They check your ID before you go through the metal detector so keep your ID handy. I also had a lovely conversation with the TSA person on how she likes her job (good thing there were no other people in line!)
It’s hard to get lost as there are only 5 gates in the place and they all are in the same area. A little confusing when they are announcing flights but pretty easy to walk outside and get on your plane.
There is one small sundry shop by the gates that also sells espressos and other beverages and small snacks and microwaveable food (I was told this is a recent addition)
The only downside? There was a restaurant in the main area that needed to fix it’s exhaust system. The entire place smelled like grease and I can still smell it in my clothes as I write this.
Nice to travel every once in awhile where there is little hassle and you are reminded of a simpler time when more airports were like this.
Then my plane touched down in the cacophony that is the Denver airport, and I was reminded of how far air travel has come. Or not.