Travelling from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Columbus.
Your flight from Columbus to TYS won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport reach their destination on time.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can get to LCK from central Columbus in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
Relax before your Columbus to TYS flight at a hotel close to Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Reserve a hotel near TYS if you're catching a late flight from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
The address for TYS is 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.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
R 1,788 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Return flights start from R 3,348. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Columbus to TYS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
June is when most people book flights from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Plan your visit to Knoxville in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Columbus to TYS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Knoxville to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Knoxville
After booking your flight from Columbus to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Knoxville:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Ijams Nature Centre, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and World's Fair Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Knoxville itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Knoxville has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres east of Knoxville, a trip to Charlotte will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Nashville is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres west of Knoxville. No journey is complete without seeing Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
