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Cheapest round-trip
$397
Typical prices: $511-$516
American Airlines
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
TYS - CAE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$313
Typical prices: $387-$459
Delta
Sat 12/1
TYS - CAE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Knoxville and Columbia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $511 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Columbia (TYS-CAE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Columbia

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 12:28 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:15 am - 11:51 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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2:13 pm - 6:52 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:34 pm - 11:53 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$398American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
10:41 am - 3:41 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:53 am - 3:13 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$417Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
9:27 am - 3:38 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 9:48 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$417American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Delta Logo
10:41 am - 3:41 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:53 am - 3:13 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$418Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 9:21 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:55 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
2h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$467Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 1:14 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
3h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:28 pm - 11:59 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$497American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 5:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 9:55 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$497Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 10m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
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4:08 pm - 9:48 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$597American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
8h 10m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:54 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$598American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Columbia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Columbia typically range from $511 to $516. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397, on American Airlines.

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Cheapest flight

$313
One-way flight from Knoxville to Columbia

When to book flights from Knoxville to Columbia

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Your Knoxville to Columbia 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 Knoxville to Columbia?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Knoxville to Columbia.

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Columbia?

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Columbia takes 00m, covering 207 miles.

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

    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 Knoxville to Columbia 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 $397 to $1,359. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Knoxville to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $500, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

    Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Knoxville to Columbia most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Knoxville to Columbia. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $261 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $702, a difference of $441.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 23m, compared with 3h 27m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Your guide to booking Knoxville to Columbia 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $261, about $441 less than Friday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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