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Cheapest round-trip
$253
Typical prices: $332-$508
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Wed 12/5
MCI - TYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$436
Typical prices: $178-$309
United Airlines
Fri 11/30
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 • 15% 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

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:17 am - 11:02 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 10:03 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$253American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:43 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:46 pm - 12:36 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
4h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$253American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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
5:35 pm - 9:47 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
5h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$258United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 8:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
12h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
2:50 pm - 10:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
8h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$269Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 7:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 10m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 10:30 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
6h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$275Southwest
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8
Allegiant Air Logo
5:17 pm - 12:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
17h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Allegiant Air Logo
7:00 am - 4:27 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
10h 27m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$275Allegiant Air
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
Allegiant Air Logo
5:17 pm - 11:10 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
16h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Allegiant Air Logo
7:00 am - 4:27 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
10h 27m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$283Allegiant Air
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 11:15 amMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:07 am - 4:14 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
7h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
Delta Logo
1:51 pm - 8:03 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:34 pm - 5:39 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
4h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:47 pmMCI  Kansas City-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:41 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MCI Kansas City
6h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$337United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Knoxville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Knoxville typically range from $332 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $253, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville at $326 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 73% 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

$253
Beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
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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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Knoxville takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Knoxville range from $332 to $508, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $332 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $253 to $1,161. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $597, which is 166% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $80 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Kansas City to Knoxville. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $523, a difference of $167.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 40m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 45m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $356, about $167 less than Wednesday fares (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 $326 round-trip in that month - typically $241 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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