Are there direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

Historically, approximately 30.9% of flights from Chicago to Knoxville have been direct. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Knoxville?

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Knoxville has a median duration of 1 hour and 43 minutes, covering a distance of 740 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are considerably longer, with a median duration of 7 hours and 49 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Chicago to Knoxville flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from Chicago to Knoxville are frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers. Given the dynamic nature of pricing on this route, an alert can help you track changes and potentially secure a better deal as prices adjust.

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Chicago to Knoxville: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Most itineraries for flights from Chicago to Knoxville connect at least once, with only 30.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For those connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville are available, you will frequently encounter itineraries that include one or more stops.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Knoxville, right now fares are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $195–$579 and a median of $336. Currently, only 11% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a bargain may require some flexibility.

To find the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Knoxville, consider traveling in August, when the median fare is around $100. Other cost-effective months include October, with a median fare of $128, and June, where the median fare is $169. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Chicago to Knoxville takes about 1h 43m for a direct flight. However, because most itineraries involve connections, the median connecting journey time is considerably longer at 24h 28m. This route covers a distance of 740 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Knoxville

Regular price: $102 - $272

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Knoxville is $102 to $272. The current lowest deal is $85 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 16.

now $85

Low $102

High $272

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Knoxville is February, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $589. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $169

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $589

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Knoxville

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Southwest Airlines

$512

$516

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Knoxville

Chicago (RFD) - Knoxville (TYS)

Allegiant Air

$478

$426

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$366

$325

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Southwest Airlines

$331

$291

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Southwest Airlines

$331

$325

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Allegiant Air

$115

$152

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$324 → $203

37%

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

$324 → $235

27%

9 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 13

$305 → $226

26%

3 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 5

$265 → $188

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

Chicago - Knoxville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares are above the typical level for the Chicago to Knoxville route.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, August offers the lowest median prices for flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 43m.

Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville typically take 1 hour and 43 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Connecting flights make up 69.1% of flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air is one airline that provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Chicago to Knoxville are frequently available.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International is a convenient option for flights from Chicago to Knoxville, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International serves as an alternative departure point for flights from the Chicago area to Knoxville.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

O Hare International (ORD)

O Hare International provides another choice for travelers flying from Chicago to Knoxville.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$220

Knoxville main airports to arrive at

McGhee Tyson (TYS)

Cheapest

McGhee Tyson Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

📍 ~18 km from Knoxville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Airports nearby Knoxville used as alternative

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International offers unparalleled direct flight options and often provides significant cost savings.

📍 ~280 km from Knoxville (reachable by car, but allow extra time for traffic and airport size).

💸 Flights from ~$113

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Knoxville

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Chicago to Knoxville is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $290. Booking within 6 days of departure, however, sees the average price increase significantly to approximately $444. Even booking 7-13 days out results in an average price of $514, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Chicago to Knoxville is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $195. The median price for this route over the same period was $336. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $579 or less. Therefore, aiming for prices under $195 is advisable for securing a favorable fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Knoxville include August, with a median price of $100, and October, with a median price of $128. June also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $169. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $336 for this route.

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Chicago to Knoxville: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Knoxville

Regular price: $102 - $272

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Knoxville is $102 to $272. The current lowest deal is $85 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 16.

now $85

Low $102

High $272

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

February

Cheapest

Flights from $169

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $589

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Knoxville

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Southwest Airlines

$512

$516

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Knoxville

Chicago (RFD) - Knoxville (TYS)

Allegiant Air

$478

$426

One-way

Wed, Sep 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$366

$325

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Southwest Airlines

$331

$291

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Southwest Airlines

$331

$325

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Knoxville

Chicago (MDW) - Knoxville (TYS)

Allegiant Air

$115

$152

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

4 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 16

$324 → $203

37%

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

$324 → $235

27%

9 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 13

$305 → $226

26%

3 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 5

$265 → $188

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

Chicago - Knoxville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares are above the typical level for the Chicago to Knoxville route.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, August offers the lowest median prices for flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 43m.

Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville typically take 1 hour and 43 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Connecting flights make up 69.1% of flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air is one airline that provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Chicago to Knoxville are frequently available.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International is a convenient option for flights from Chicago to Knoxville, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International serves as an alternative departure point for flights from the Chicago area to Knoxville.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

O Hare International (ORD)

O Hare International provides another choice for travelers flying from Chicago to Knoxville.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$220

Knoxville main airports to arrive at

McGhee Tyson (TYS)

Cheapest

McGhee Tyson Airport is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Chicago to Knoxville.

📍 ~18 km from Knoxville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Airports nearby Knoxville used as alternative

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International offers unparalleled direct flight options and often provides significant cost savings.

Knoxville, United States

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$519

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Knoxville

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Knoxville

Chicago to Knoxville: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Knoxville

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Knoxville

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

Chicago - Knoxville route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 1h 43m.

Connecting flights are more common.

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Knoxville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Knoxville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Knoxville

Best Elite deals to Knoxville

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Knoxville

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

How do I know if a Chicago to Knoxville flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Chicago to Knoxville?

Are there direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

How long is the flight from Chicago to Knoxville?

Should I set a price alert for Chicago to Knoxville flights?

Related routes

More routes from Chicago

Flights to Knoxville from other cities

Chicago to Knoxville: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Knoxville

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

Direct flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Knoxville

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Knoxville

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Knoxville

Chicago - Knoxville route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

August is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 1h 43m.

Connecting flights are more common.

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Knoxville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Knoxville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Knoxville

Best Elite deals to Knoxville

Sep 19

Oct 22

Oct 27

Oct 02

Sep 29

Oct 07

Oct 07

Oct 23

Oct 01

Sep 23

Nov 13

Jan 22

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Knoxville

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Knoxville?

How do I know if a Chicago to Knoxville flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Chicago to Knoxville?