Which airports can I use when flying from Knoxville to Raleigh?

Flights from Knoxville to Raleigh usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to Raleigh: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Knoxville to Raleigh pass through?

One-stop flights from Knoxville to Raleigh most commonly connect through: • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 58% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 10% of one-stop connections • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 3% of one-stop connections Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

On the Knoxville to Raleigh route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $376 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $674: a $298 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Knoxville to Raleigh?

A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 291 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to Raleigh?

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 Raleigh 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 $228 to $983. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Knoxville to Raleigh looking right now?

One-way fares from Knoxville to Raleigh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $280, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 28m, compared with 3h 57m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 08m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Alamo • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Knoxville to Raleigh flight?

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Raleigh range from $346 to $504, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Knoxville to Raleigh?

Southwest ($228) and American Airlines ($242) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Knoxville to Raleigh according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Knoxville to Raleigh?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is the most popular layover for the Knoxville to Raleigh route. 58% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CLT.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Knoxville to Raleigh?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $295. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Knoxville to Raleigh which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Knoxville to Raleigh layovers at 131 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$228

Typical prices: $346-$504

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$105

Typical prices: $196-$331

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October

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Cheapest • Avg $295 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 3h 28m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Raleigh

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

1:00 pm - 5:15 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 15m1 stop Orlando

1:40 pm - 8:10 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$228Southwest

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25

9:41 pm - 8:59 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

11h 18m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg

9:46 pm - 11:14 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

13h 28m1 stop Orlando

$235Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5

9:00 am - 6:10 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

9h 10m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:19 pm - 10:05 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Jacksonville

$236Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

7:58 pm - 3:21 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

43h 23m2 stops Jacksonville Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:27 pm - 11:14 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

13h 47m1 stop Orlando

$237Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19

7:58 pm - 11:57 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:02 am - 8:32 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

3h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$242American Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24

5:40 am - 8:52 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:15 am - 10:53 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

5h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$242Delta

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18

5:57 pm - 12:23 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

6h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:58 pm - 11:46 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

3h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$272Delta

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18

8:47 am - 12:49 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

4h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:58 pm - 11:46 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

3h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$272Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

6:56 am - 12:02 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

5h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:20 pm - 11:55 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

3h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$291American Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Oct 26

7:58 pm - 11:57 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

3h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

4:19 pm - 7:32 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

3h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$463American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Knoxville to Raleigh

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20

8:20 am - 4:31 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

8h 11m1 stop Orlando

9:35 pm - 8:39 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

23h 04m1 stop Orlando

$398Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25

4:18 pm - 9:09 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

16h 51m1 stop Orlando

10:35 am - 1:04 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

26h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$413Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25

4:18 pm - 9:09 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

16h 51m1 stop Orlando

9:01 pm - 10:04 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

37h 03m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale

$444Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20

1:54 pm - 1:59 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

24h 05m2 stops Philadelphia Fort Lauderdale

10:00 am - 4:48 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 48m1 stop Jacksonville

$512Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

1:10 pm - 9:34 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

20h 24m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 11:59 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

17h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$867United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

7:20 pm - 8:57 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

13h 37m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

6:00 am - 2:42 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 42m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$881United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

7:20 pm - 8:57 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

13h 37m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

6:00 am - 2:42 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 42m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$891United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27

6:00 am - 11:59 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham

17h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:00 am - 2:42 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 42m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$892United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Raleigh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Raleigh start at $228. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $346 to $504. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $228 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Raleigh, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 61% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Raleigh?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Raleigh at $346 round-trip.
•February ($770) and July ($674) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 122% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	June
High season	October
Cheapest flight	$105

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 48% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Knoxville to Raleigh?
Flights from Knoxville to Raleigh usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Knoxville to Raleigh?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to Raleigh:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Knoxville to Raleigh pass through?
One-stop flights from Knoxville to Raleigh most commonly connect through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 3% of one-stop connections

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Knoxville to Raleigh?
On the Knoxville to Raleigh route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 45%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $376 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $674: a $298 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?
Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and NC State Fairgrounds. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Knoxville to Raleigh?
A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 291 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to Raleigh?
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 Raleigh 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 $228 to $983. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Knoxville to Raleigh looking right now?
One-way fares from Knoxville to Raleigh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $280, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Knoxville to Raleigh?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 28m, compared with 3h 57m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 08m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).
What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?
Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Budget
How much should I expect to pay for a Knoxville to Raleigh flight?
Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Raleigh range from $346 to $504, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $376 - about $298 less than Monday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Raleigh trip for October. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $424 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.
- Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
- Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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