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Cheapest round-trip
$273
Typical prices: $346-$546
American Airlines
Sat 9/8Sat 9/15
BHM - TYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$137
Typical prices: $248-$274
Southwest
Fri 9/14
BHM - TYS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Knoxville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Knoxville (BHM-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Knoxville

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
5:49 pm - 10:58 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:18 pm - 10:32 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
4h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$273American Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
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3:06 pm - 8:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:15 am - 12:07 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
6h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$302American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 1:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 05m1 stop Orlando
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7:05 am - 11:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
5h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$310Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:50 pm - 10:40 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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7:05 am - 4:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
10h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$315Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:35 am - 3:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 25m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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7:25 pm - 11:25 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
5h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$325Southwest
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
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6:00 am - 12:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl
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1:30 pm - 6:15 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
5h 45m1 stop Orlando
$331Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
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6:00 am - 12:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:50 am - 11:50 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
6h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$336Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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1:15 pm - 8:30 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 15m2 stops Tampa Nashville Intl
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7:25 pm - 11:25 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
5h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$341Southwest
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Dec 25
Delta Logo
9:17 am - 3:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:57 pm - 8:04 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
3h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$347Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Dec 25
Delta Logo
9:17 am - 3:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:57 pm - 8:04 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-BHM Birmingham
3h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$348Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Birmingham to Knoxville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Birmingham to Knoxville?

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Knoxville start at $273. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $346 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $273 on American Airlines.

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$137
Flight from Birmingham to Knoxville

When to book flights from Birmingham to Knoxville

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Your Birmingham to Knoxville flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Birmingham and Knoxville.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    Flights from Birmingham to Knoxville usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $331 round-trip, compared to $592 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $80–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Knoxville pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Knoxville pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Birmingham to Knoxville route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $546 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $120. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Knoxville takes 1h 05m, covering 221 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Birmingham to Knoxville:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:10 pm and lands at 3:15 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:10 pm and lands at 3:15 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 05m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Knoxville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Knoxville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $273 to $979. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Knoxville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Knoxville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $244, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Knoxville?

    Knoxville is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Thrifty
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Knoxville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Knoxville range from $346 to $546, with an average of $546 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Knoxville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $546 - about $120 less than Saturday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.

Prefer to fly direct from Birmingham to Knoxville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Birmingham Airport to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Birmingham to Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Birmingham

Sunday

United Airlines

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Birmingham (BHM)
Knoxville (TYS)