Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SAN to TYS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SAN and TYS:
William P. Hobby Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
R 2,257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,102. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from SAN to TYS, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on time.
San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SAN:
Arriving at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TYS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a McGhee Tyson Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis to explore Knoxville and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from McGhee Tyson Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
The address for TYS is 2055 Alcoa Highway.
McGhee Tyson Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Knoxville. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Knoxville based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport for July if you'd like to explore Knoxville during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to TYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Knoxville. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 467 kilometres north-west of Knoxville. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key highlights.
