Flying from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Chicago's main airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) setting off from either of these.
Hop on a direct Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Knoxville is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the most popular route. There are 53 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with United Airlines at 9:08pm. Opt for the first ORD to TYS departure operated by United Airlines at 7:15am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to TYS. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Get to your destination in one go from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) can be booked from here.
When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport with United Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between ORD and TYS is United.
Among carriers operating on this route, United has the best record for on-time arrivals.
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Prefer to leave from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Allegiant Air operates direct flights from Chicago to TYS leaving from MDW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Allegiant Air ranks number one in bookings on the MDW to TYS route.
Allegiant Air is the most reliable carrier flying between Chicago Midway International Airport and Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, with 78.95% of its services landing on schedule.
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
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The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TYS instead:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago 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 the centre of Knoxville. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is ₹ 5,752. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 11,068. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to TYS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
January is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Knoxville based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Chicago to TYS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Knoxville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 11ºC.
More about Knoxville
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Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Ijams Nature Centre, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and World's Fair Park are must-visits when exploring Knoxville.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Knoxville. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 257 kilometres west of Knoxville, Nashville is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
