Drive or Fly: Sedro-Woolley, WA to Kennewick, 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
4h 41m
Distance
279.9 mi
Total Cost
$94
CO2
113 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$59
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 6m
26m in the air
Air Distance
215 mi
Total Cost
$184
CO2
55 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$129
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Sedro-Woolley, WABay View Airport (9 mi)
Kennewick, WATri-Cities Airport (4 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 | 4h 41m | 4h 6m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $94 | $184 |
| Carbon footprint | 113 kg CO2 | 55 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 Sedro-Woolley, WA to Kennewick, WA with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.