Travelling from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Explore the options for setting off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
The timezone in Knoxville is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Houston. Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville.
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the most popular route. There are 27 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with United Airlines at 8:24pm. Opt for the first IAH to TYS departure operated by United Airlines at 10:05am if getting there sooner works for you.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to TYS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Get to your destination in one go from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Direct flights from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport with United Airlines. This top carrier operates services from IAH.
United is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from IAH to TYS.
With 77.12% of its services landing on schedule, United is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can book a direct Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) plane ticket with departures from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Check if flying out of HOU makes more sense for your journey.
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to TYS can be booked with Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air is the most popular choice for travellers flying from HOU to TYS.
With 74.07% of services landing as planned, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier flying between Houston Hobby Airport and Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport.
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to TYS flight:
79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Reserve a hotel close to TYS if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Getting from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
Central Knoxville is around 24 kilometres from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
At the moment, R 665 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,331. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to TYS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). June is when most people travel to Knoxville. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in January.
When booking your Houston to TYS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Knoxville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Knoxville
Start your Knoxville trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Knoxville wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Ijams Nature Centre, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and World's Fair Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Knoxville, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 290 kilometres east to Charlotte to check off its must-visit sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Nashville, roughly 257 kilometres west of Knoxville. Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum are key highlights.
