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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $331-$467
American Airlines
Sat 11/24Sat 12/1
TYS - CMH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Knoxville and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $336 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Columbus (TYS-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 11:38 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
4h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:36 am - 10:58 amCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$239American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 11:58 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
22h 00m2 stops Philadelphia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:24 pm - 10:37 amCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
21h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$253Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 11:58 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
4h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:11 pm - 11:59 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$256American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 7
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 12:30 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
5h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 12:15 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$273Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 7
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 9:05 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
3h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 12:15 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$278Southwest
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
2:47 pm - 8:17 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
5h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:55 amCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$303Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 4:30 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
3h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 1:35 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
11:34 am - 7:00 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 9:41 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$315American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
American Airlines Logo
11:01 am - 5:15 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
6h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 11:59 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$327American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 10:17 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-CMH Columbus
4h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 8:05 pmCMH  Columbus-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$487Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Columbus Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Columbus Airport typically range from $331 to $467. 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 Knoxville to Columbus Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Columbus Airport. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

Key details for Knoxville to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$239
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Knoxville to Columbus

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport takes 00m, covering 296 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to Columbus Airport?

    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 Knoxville to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Columbus Airport range from $331 to $467, with an average of $343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $331 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Knoxville to Columbus Airport 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 $684. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Knoxville to Columbus Airport usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Knoxville to Columbus Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $250 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $468, a difference of $218.

    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 Knoxville to Columbus Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 06m, compared with 4h 12m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 20m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Columbus Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Knoxville to Columbus Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $250, about $218 less than Sunday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Columbus Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $269 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport
    • Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport

More options for your flight from Knoxville to Columbus

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