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$84+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Knoxville (TYS)

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CHI — TYS
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Knoxville McGhee Tyson are usually found in January or August, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Knoxville (TYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$339
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Knoxville
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/301:33 pmORD - TYS
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/66:41 pmTYS - ORD
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:00 pmORD - TYS
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/66:55 amTYS - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:04 pmMDW - TYS
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Mon 1/67:25 amTYS - MDW
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/20$448
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:30 pmORD - TYS
2 stops24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/68:15 amTYS - ORD
3 stops29h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$516
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2212:40 pmORD - TYS
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Fri 12/276:36 pmTYS - ORD
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/20$678

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Knoxville that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

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ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/1

8:30 am-11:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 2/5

6:45 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/23

8:50 am-2:43 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/30

6:20 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$199

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

1:40 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/14

10:03 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$208

ChicagoKnoxville

MDW - TYS

MDWTYS

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/18

5:05 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 1/22

12:08 pm-4:21 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$208

ChicagoKnoxville

MDW - TYS

MDWTYS

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/23

2:54 pm-5:22 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/26

1:31 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$274

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

6:06 pm-8:09 am

1 stop13h 03m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/16

1:41 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$280

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

7:25 am-3:19 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$84

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

5:05 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$115

ChicagoKnoxville

MDW - TYS

MDWTYS

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/16

7:15 am-3:19 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$152

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

12:35 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$158

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Knoxville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Knoxville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Knoxville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Knoxville flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Knoxville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Knoxville

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Knoxville including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Knoxville. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Knoxville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Knoxville (average of $304). Flying from Chicago to Knoxville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Knoxville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Chicago to Knoxville by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Knoxville flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Knoxville

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Knoxville. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to TYS are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Knoxville by month

Plan your trip to Knoxville by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Knoxville ranges from 2.7 - 4.8 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Knoxville when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Knoxville by month

Plan your trip to Knoxville by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Knoxville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Knoxville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Knoxville. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Knoxville. Reviews last updated December 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Knoxville have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
825 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,474 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Knoxville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Knoxville from Chicago?

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Knoxville from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to McGhee Tyson (TYS) should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Knoxville round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Knoxville is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $189 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $199 and $208 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Knoxville one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. Delta flights start at $158 while deals on American Airlines start at $168 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Knoxville?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Knoxville consider choosing Air Wisconsin (100%), Republic Airways (94%) or Royal Jordanian (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Knoxville is generally $341, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $93. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Knoxville McGhee Tyson), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Knoxville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Knoxville flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Knoxville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Knoxville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Knoxville (average of $304). Flying from Chicago to Knoxville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Knoxville

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Knoxville. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$59Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$160Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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