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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $334-$493
American Airlines
Wed 10/17Wed 10/24
MCI - TYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $190-$299
United Airlines
Sun 10/28
MCI - TYS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Knoxville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 13% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $329 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Knoxville (MCI-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Knoxville

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 11:59 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:55 pm - 12:28 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$239American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 10:54 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 9:29 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 12:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 30m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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7:15 am - 9:55 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
3h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
$256Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 7:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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7:15 am - 3:00 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
8h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$262Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
3:14 pm - 8:49 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:45 am - 5:43 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
8h 58m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$267United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
8:01 am - 2:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 12:22 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
7h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$303American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:53 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 10:27 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$308United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 10:45 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:23 pm - 11:56 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:56 am - 10:05 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
22h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:30 am - 7:47 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
14h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$358Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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9:36 am - 10:05 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
23h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:30 am - 7:47 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
14h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$412Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Knoxville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kansas City to Knoxville with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Knoxville start at $239. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $334 to $493. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $239 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville at $330 round-trip.
•February ($567) and May ($523) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to Knoxville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$120
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 49% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to Knoxville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Knoxville?

    Flights from Kansas City to Knoxville usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kansas City to Knoxville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Kansas City to Knoxville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 32%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $356 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $523: a $167 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Knoxville?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Knoxville takes 0h 00m, covering 634 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $239 to $1,057. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Knoxville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $210, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 40m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Knoxville?

    Knoxville is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City (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 Kansas City to Knoxville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Knoxville range from $334 to $493, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $334 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $356 - about $167 less than Wednesday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Knoxville trip for September. Fares historically average $330 round-trip in that month - typically $237 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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