Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Kingsport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kingsport

With a population of 48,205, Kingsport is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kingsport has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kingsport

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Chop House - Kingsport (1704 N. Eastman Road) and Meadows (1901 Meadowview Pkwy) are great picks.

When to visit Kingsport

Kingsport in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kingsport in February
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kingsport in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.9″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Kingsport, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.

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How to Get to Kingsport

Plane

When flying to Kingsport, you’ll arrive at Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA (TRI), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kingsport include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Kingsport departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Kingsport is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 miles from Kingsport. You’ll find branches of MEGA MC and Turo, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Kingsport, you’ll arrive at Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA (TRI), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kingsport include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Kingsport departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Kingsport is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 miles from Kingsport. You’ll find branches of MEGA MC and Turo, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Kingsport

AVLAsheville Regional
TRIBlountville Tri Cities TN/VA
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Kingsport

Lufthansa
Good (7,213 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,141 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,957 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,863 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,733 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,412 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (785 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,909 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,256 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,168 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,381 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (909 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,810 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kingsport

Average rates range from around $222 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $142 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites and Sleep Inn & Suites Kingsport Tricities Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kingsport

Most booked hotels in Kingsport

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Meadowview Conference Resort & Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 262 reviews)
$171+
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Comfort Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 498 reviews)
$137+
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Motel 6 Kingsport Tn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 645 reviews)
$86+
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Sleep Inn & Suites Kingsport Tricities Airport
2 stars
Good (7.3, 515 reviews)
$95+
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Econo Lodge
0 stars
Good (6.8, 414 reviews)
$70+
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Red Roof Inn Kingsport
2 stars
Good (6.8, 565 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Kingsport

Renting a car in Kingsport costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Kingsport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Kingsport is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kingsport costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Kingsport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Kingsport is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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