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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Typical prices: $123-$197
Allegiant Air
Tue 11/13Thu 11/15
MDW - TYS • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$262
Typical prices: $121-$184
Allegiant Air
Tue 11/6Fri 11/9
MDW - TYS • Non-stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Chicago Midway Airport and Knoxville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $208 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Midway to Knoxville (MDW-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Midway to Knoxville

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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3:16 pm - 5:46 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 30mnonstop
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2:09 pm - 12:18 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
23h 09m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
$260Allegiant Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:09 pm - 10:39 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 30mnonstop
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3:04 pm - 3:41 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 37mnonstop
$262Allegiant Air
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:08 am - 10:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
14h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Jacksonville
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1:01 pm - 1:40 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 39mnonstop
$262Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:05 am - 3:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:25 pm - 12:10 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
$264Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:15 pm - 8:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 35m2 stops Richmond Byrd Intl Baltimore/Washington
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1:00 pm - 7:05 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 05m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl
$264Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:31 pm - 7:01 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 30mnonstop
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10:55 am - 11:47 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
13h 52m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$264Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:28 am - 5:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 am - 10:28 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$265Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:25 pm - 7:45 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:15 pm - 10:40 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$265Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:26 pm - 3:51 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 25mnonstop
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2:35 pm - 9:22 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
19h 47m1 stop Punta Gorda
$275Allegiant Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:09 pm - 10:39 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 30mnonstop
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3:04 pm - 3:41 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 37mnonstop
$278Allegiant Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville typically range from $123 to $197. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $260, on Allegiant Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 83% higher.

When are flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville flights

Low season

January

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Beat the crowds with an average 97% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 136% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville

When to book flights from Midway to Knoxville

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Your Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:29 am and lands at 10:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:09 pm and lands at 9:37 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 28m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville takes 1h 28m, covering 460 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago Midway Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville range from $123 to $197, with an average of $155 over the past 12 months. Anything below $123 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the $155 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $152 round-trip, compared to $208 via a layover through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $44–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport 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 $258 to $934. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $106.

  • 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
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville usually depart from Chicago Midway (MDW) and arrive at Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville most commonly connect through:

    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $148 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $285, a difference of $137.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Only Allegiant Air operates flights between Chicago Midway Airport and Knoxville.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 02m, compared with 4h 29m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 46m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago Midway Airport and Knoxville?

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

  • Which airline offers kid-friendly amenities on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Consider flying with Delta to enjoy a range of kid-friendly amenities on this route. Children can enjoy Delta's Kids Zone entertainment, featuring a selection of movies, TV shows, and games suitable for various age groups. Complimentary kid-friendly snacks and beverages are provided, including special meal options for those with dietary restrictions. Delta also offers activity packs with coloring books and toys to keep kids engaged during the flight.

  • Which airlines offer business-class flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Business-class flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville are offered by Delta. You can enjoy spacious seating with extra legroom and adjustable seats for optimal comfort during the journey. Business-class passengers are also treated to an elevated dining experience with a selection of wines. Onboard, you can stay connected with Wi-Fi access and enjoy a personalized entertainment system.

  • Can a minor fly alone from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Delta allows solo travel for minors aged 5-14 on MDW to TYS flights for a fee. During check-in, you must provide a valid photo ID (e.g., driver's license or passport) matching your address, contact phone number, and details of the adult meeting the minor at their destination (name, address, phone number).

  • What accessible services are offered on flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville?

    Opt for Allegiant Air's nonstop flights from MDW to TYS to access a range of services. Request wheelchair assistance for boarding, deplaning, and airport navigation. Mobility aids like wheelchairs are allowed. Accessible seating and lavatories are available. Passengers with visual or hearing impairments can get assistance with announcements and communication.

Your guide to booking Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $148, about $137 less than Wednesday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago Midway Airport to Knoxville trip for August. Fares historically average $106 round-trip in that month - typically $360 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • Most flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Knoxville Airport (TYS) include at least a single layover. Since most of these connecting flights are offered by Delta, the layover is usually at their hub in Atlanta (ATL).
  • When flying with Delta from MDW to TYS, you can bring one carry-on bag and a personal item. The carry-on bag must not exceed 22 × 14 × 9 inches. Additionally, the personal item, such as a purse, laptop bag, or small backpack, should fit under the seat in front of you.
  • Delta welcomes pets to fly in the cabin with their owners. If you'll be flying with a pet from Midway to Knoxville Airport, the pet must be kept in an IATA-approved pet carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. The carrier dimensions should not exceed 18 × 11 × 11 inches, and the combined weight of the pet and carrier should not exceed 20 lbs.
  • The fastest way to get to MDW from downtown Chicago is the subway. CTA operates the Orange Line, departing every 15 minutes to MDW from Chicago Loop (Downtown). You can also take the bus every 20 minutes from the same station.
  • Allegiant Air is a great option for eco-friendly travel between MDW and TYS. They offer nonstop flights on this route, which are more environment-friendly. Allegiant Air also operates a fleet of modern aircraft that are more fuel-efficient than older models, reducing carbon emissions.

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

Direct departures

Chicago Midway to Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Monday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Sunday

Allegiant Air

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Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Chicago Midway

Monday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Sunday

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