Flying from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) taking off from either of these.
1 hour 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Tampa.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tampa to TYS.
Popular months like March or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) departing from Tampa International Airport (TPA).
When leaving from TPA, you can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport with Southwest Airlines.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines between TPA and TYS.
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Tampa International Airport:
78% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Think about setting out from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). You can book a direct Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
You can board a direct flight from Tampa to TYS with Allegiant Air. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of PIE.
Allegiant Air takes the lead in bookings on the PIE to TYS route.
Among the carriers operating flights between St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, Allegiant Air has the best record for on-time arrivals.
You can arrive at PIE from the centre of Tampa in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to TYS flight:
77% of flights leaving St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near TYS and get cosy, quick:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
TYS is located at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Getting from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Knoxville. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
35 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Return flights start from 70 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book five months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tampa to TYS.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Knoxville. June is when most people book flights from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Tampa to TYS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Knoxville to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Knoxville
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Knoxville right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport:
Ijams Nature Centre and McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Knoxville travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out World's Fair Park.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Knoxville. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Nashville, roughly 257 kilometres west of Knoxville. Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum are key reasons to visit.