Drive or Fly: Newport, WA to Federal Way, WA?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
Short enough to drive comfortably in a day. Airport overhead makes flying slower door-to-door.
Drive
Door to Door
5h 35m
Distance
332.6 mi
Total Cost
$104
CO2
134 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$69
Meals (1 day)$35
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Comfortable one-day drive
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Likely faster door-to-door than flying
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 10m
30m in the air
Air Distance
252 mi
Total Cost
$185
CO2
64 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$130
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Newport, WADeer Park Airport (23 mi)
Federal Way, WASeattle-Tacoma International Airport (9 mi)
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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May need a rental car at destination
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 5h 35m | 4h 10m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $104 | $185 |
| Carbon footprint | 134 kg CO2 | 64 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Newport, WA to Federal Way, WA with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.