Flying from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Explore your options for taking off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Dallas.
The busiest route is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), with 30 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from DFW to TYS is the 8:08am American Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 9:16pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dallas to TYS, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Reach your destination without the detour from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Nonstop flights from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport with American Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from DFW.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between DFW and TYS.
The top on-time carrier on this route is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 70.69% of the time.
DFW is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
When it comes to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Dallas to TYS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dallas Love Field Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.03%.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Reserve a hotel near TYS if you have a late flight from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a McGhee Tyson Airport rental car and discover Knoxville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Alamo and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
£57 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport. Return flights start at £147. These prices can change depending on availability.
Snap up cheap flights from Dallas to TYS by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Knoxville based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Dallas to TYS plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Knoxville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Knoxville
Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to McGhee Tyson Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Knoxville:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Knoxville when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Ijams Nature Centre followed by McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and 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 once you've seen the sights of Knoxville. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the east, its top attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Nashville is another standout destination in the United States and is around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Knoxville. No trip is complete without experiencing Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
