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Cheapest round-trip
$247
Typical prices: $388-$599
Allegiant Air
Fri 10/5Mon 10/15
COU - TYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$477
Typical prices: $263-$403
American Airlines
Tue 11/20
COU - TYS • 1 stop
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 34% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $384 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Knoxville (COU-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Knoxville

Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 15
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2:49 pm - 10:20 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 31m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
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7:30 pm - 1:37 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
19h 07m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
$247Allegiant Air
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8
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2:49 pm - 10:20 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 31m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
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7:30 pm - 7:43 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
25h 13m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
$276Allegiant Air
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8
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2:49 pm - 10:20 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 31m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
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7:30 pm - 7:43 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
25h 13m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
$294Allegiant Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 11:47 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:14 pm - 10:42 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
4h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$308American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:42 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:39 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Allegiant Air Logo
1:04 pm - 10:58 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 54m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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6:11 pm - 5:40 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
24h 29m2 stops Memphis Orlando Sanford Intl
$350Allegiant Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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12:58 pm - 9:13 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 15m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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2:09 pm - 4:18 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
27h 09m1 stop Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach
$358Allegiant Air
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 5:03 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:45 am - 2:23 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
4h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$378United Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
Allegiant Air Logo
6:32 pm - 3:51 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
20h 19m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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12:24 pm - 4:53 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
5h 29m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
$379Allegiant Air
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
8:16 am - 3:22 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:46 pm - 9:53 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-COU Columbia Regional
7h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$393American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Knoxville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Knoxville start at $247. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $388 to $599. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $247 on Allegiant Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Knoxville?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Knoxville, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 48% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to Knoxville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$477
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbia to Knoxville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to Knoxville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbia to Knoxville flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Columbia to Knoxville usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Knoxville?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbia to Knoxville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    One-stop flights from Columbia to Knoxville most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Columbia to Knoxville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 46%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $388 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $707: a $319 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Knoxville?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Knoxville. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 40m and 5h 21m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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 Columbia 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 $247 to $1,127. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to Knoxville are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $531, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 4h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and Knoxville?

    Knoxville is 1 hour ahead of Columbia (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 Columbia to Knoxville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Knoxville range from $388 to $599, with an average of $476 over the past 12 months. Anything below $388 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $388 - about $319 less than Monday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Knoxville trip for August. Fares historically average $313 round-trip in that month - typically $435 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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