What percentage of Knoxville to Chicago flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 31.7% of flights from Knoxville to Chicago were direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve connections.

How long is the flight from Knoxville to Chicago?

A direct flight from Knoxville to Chicago typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes, covering a distance of 740 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 12 hours and 18 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Knoxville to Chicago come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Knoxville to Chicago come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deal availability. Travelers looking for budget-friendly options can often find them for this particular route.

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Knoxville to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Most itineraries for flights from Knoxville to Chicago connect at least once, with only 31.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter at least one layover on your journey.

When looking for cheap flights from Knoxville to Chicago, the fares right now are below the typical level. Prices typically range from $129–$301, with a median of $213. Currently, 51% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a favorable market for travelers.

The cheapest time to fly from Knoxville to Chicago is typically in November, with a median fare of just $101. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $112. Following these, August presents a median fare of $188, still offering a good value compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Knoxville to Chicago, including connections, takes about 18h 14m. For direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago, the flight time is significantly shorter, at 1h 36m. Given that most itineraries involve connections, planning for a longer travel day is advisable.

The distance between Knoxville and Chicago is 740 kilometers, classifying this route as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, especially if you find a non-stop option.

How much is a round trip from Knoxville to Chicago

Regular price: $111 - $428

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

The regular price range for this route is $111 to $428. The current lowest deal is $95 with Allegiant Air for travel from Oct 16-Oct 26.

now $95

Low $111

High $428

The cheapest time to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from TYS to CHI is November, with a median price of $100. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $549. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $100

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $549

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Knoxville to Chicago

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$510

$384

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$648

$439

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$631

$439

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$648

$439

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$623

$439

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$627

$479

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$627 → $369

41%

4 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 1

$603 → $369

39%

2 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 27

$648 → $439

32%

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

$627 → $424

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

Knoxville - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Knoxville to Chicago are below the typical level, at $95.

📅 Best time to fly

November and October are historically cheapest.

Historically, November ($101) and October ($112) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 36m.

Direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago typically take 1 hour 36 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air offers direct flights on this route, with 31.7% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air has a $95 deal.

Allegiant Air has a recent deal for $95 from October 16 to October 26.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Knoxville to Chicago are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Knoxville main airports to depart from

McGhee Tyson (TYS)

Cheapest

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is a convenient option for flights from Knoxville to Chicago.

📍 ~18 km from Knoxville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$79

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International is a good option for flights from Knoxville to Chicago, with prices from $243.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$243

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and direct flight options for Chicago travelers.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail or car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

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From TYS

Elite

Dec 14

Chicago, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,393

$717

Save $676

From TYS

Elite

Aug 31

Chicago, United States

75% AI deal score

$779

$539

Save $240

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Aug 31

Chicago, United States

75% AI deal score

$779

$539

Save $240

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Nov 12

Chicago, United States

65% AI deal score

$553

$479

Save $74

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Oct 14

Chicago, United States

50% AI deal score

$543

$479

Save $64

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Sep 26

Chicago, United States

49% AI deal score

$526

$479

Save $47

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Oct 21

Chicago, United States

49% AI deal score

$541

$479

Save $62

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Oct 30

Chicago, United States

49% AI deal score

$530

$479

Save $51

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Nov 14

Chicago, United States

48% AI deal score

$510

$479

Save $31

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Sep 25

Chicago, United States

48% AI deal score

$520

$479

Save $41

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Oct 09

Chicago, United States

48% AI deal score

$537

$494

Save $43

United Airlines

Business Class

From TYS

Elite

Sep 18

Chicago, United States

48% AI deal score

$526

$494

Save $32

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, booking flights from Knoxville to Chicago 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for tickets booked within this window was $172. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $429. For optimal savings, consider securing your flight more than two months before your travel date.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Knoxville to Chicago is considered to be around $129. The median price for this route has been $213. Fares can vary, but travelers typically find value when prices are at or below the $129 mark.

Historically, November and October have offered the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Chicago. In November, the median price was $101, while October saw a median price of $112. The annual median price for this route is $213, indicating that these months provide significant savings compared to other times of the year.

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Knoxville to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Knoxville to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Knoxville to Chicago

Regular price: $111 - $428

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

The regular price range for this route is $111 to $428. The current lowest deal is $95 with Allegiant Air for travel from Oct 16-Oct 26.

now $95

Low $111

High $428

The cheapest time to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

November

Cheapest

Flights from $100

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $549

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Knoxville to Chicago

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$510

$384

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$648

$439

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$631

$439

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$648

$439

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$623

$439

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

TYS - Chicago

Knoxville (TYS) - Chicago (MDW)

$627

$479

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$627 → $369

41%

4 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 1

$603 → $369

39%

2 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 27

$648 → $439

32%

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

$627 → $424

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

Knoxville - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Knoxville to Chicago are below the typical level, at $95.

📅 Best time to fly

November and October are historically cheapest.

Historically, November ($101) and October ($112) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 36m.

Direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago typically take 1 hour 36 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air offers direct flights on this route, with 31.7% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air has a $95 deal.

Allegiant Air has a recent deal for $95 from October 16 to October 26.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Knoxville to Chicago are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Knoxville main airports to depart from

McGhee Tyson (TYS)

Cheapest

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is a convenient option for flights from Knoxville to Chicago.

📍 ~18 km from Knoxville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$79

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International is a good option for flights from Knoxville to Chicago, with prices from $243.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$243

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and direct flight options for Chicago travelers.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail or car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Knoxville to Chicago.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From TYS

Chicago, United States

48% AI deal score

$526

$494

Save $32

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Today’s best flight deals from Knoxville to Chicago

Knoxville to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Knoxville to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Knoxville to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

Direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Knoxville to Chicago

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

Popular Airports to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

Knoxville - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

November and October are historically cheapest.

Direct flights take 1h 36m.

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air has a $95 deal.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Knoxville main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 14

Aug 31

Aug 31

Nov 12

Oct 14

Sep 26

Oct 21

Oct 30

Nov 14

Sep 25

Oct 09

Sep 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How early should I book Knoxville to Chicago flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Knoxville to Chicago?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Chicago?

What percentage of Knoxville to Chicago flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Knoxville to Chicago?

How often do cheap flights from Knoxville to Chicago come up?

Related routes

More routes from Knoxville

Flights to Chicago from other cities

Knoxville to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Knoxville to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Knoxville to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

Direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Knoxville to Chicago

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

Popular Airports to fly from Knoxville to Chicago

Knoxville - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

November and October are historically cheapest.

Direct flights take 1h 36m.

Allegiant Air offers direct flights.

Allegiant Air has a $95 deal.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Knoxville main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 14

Aug 31

Aug 31

Nov 12

Oct 14

Sep 26

Oct 21

Oct 30

Nov 14

Sep 25

Oct 09

Sep 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How early should I book Knoxville to Chicago flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Knoxville to Chicago?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Chicago?