Travelling from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Knoxville Airport (TYS): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your ORF to TYS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Norfolk International Airport to Knoxville Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ORF and TYS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Handy information about Norfolk International Airport (ORF)
ORF's address is 2200 Norview Ave..
When it comes to Norfolk International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Norfolk International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Norfolk. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Norfolk International Airport to Knoxville Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ORF:
Arriving at Knoxville Airport (TYS)
Book a hotel near TYS if you're catching a late Norfolk International Airport to Knoxville Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Knoxville Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Knoxville and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Knoxville Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Knoxville Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
The address for TYS is 2055 Alcoa Highway.
From Knoxville Airport, Knoxville is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Knoxville Airport (TYS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Norfolk International Airport to Knoxville Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Knoxville. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Norfolk International Airport to Knoxville Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Knoxville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORF to TYS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Knoxville. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Knoxville, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
