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Cheapest round-trip
$188
Typical prices: $303-$455
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/25Thu 2/1
TYS - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$369
Typical prices: $299-$339
Southwest
Wed 12/19Wed 12/26
TYS - TPA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Knoxville and Tampa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 11% price drop
April
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $282 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Tampa (TYS-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Tampa

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
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9:00 am - 8:38 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
11h 38m1 stop Philadelphia
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11:56 pm - 12:10 pmTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
12h 14m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$188Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:05 pm - 12:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
6h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:36 pm - 9:48 pmTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$217American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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2:13 pm - 7:46 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
5h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:37 am - 3:30 pmTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$217American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 8
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8:14 am - 1:54 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 9:47 amTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$217American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 14
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10:07 am - 3:15 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:20 am - 2:48 pmTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$225Delta
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 15
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5:15 am - 10:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 9:25 amTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$225Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:49 pm - 6:30 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
20h 41m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:44 pm - 8:27 amTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 43m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$225Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Jan 20
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4:32 pm - 7:10 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
14h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:49 pm - 8:30 amTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
9h 41m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$240Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
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6:45 am - 11:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
4h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
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2:05 pm - 3:55 pmTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 50mnonstop
$257Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:45 am - 5:20 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-TPA Tampa
10h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
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2:30 pm - 6:40 pmTPA  Tampa-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$272Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Tampa flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Tampa. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Tampa?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Tampa at $315 round-trip.
•August ($617) and February ($585) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Knoxville to Tampa flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$101
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 70% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Knoxville to Tampa

When to book flights from Knoxville to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Knoxville to Tampa 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 Tampa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Knoxville to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Knoxville to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:10 pm and lands at 5:00 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:10 pm and lands at 5:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 50m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Tampa takes 1h 50m, covering 547 miles.

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

    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 Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Tampa range from $303 to $455, with an average of $354 over the past 12 months. Anything below $303 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Knoxville to Tampa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $282 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $315 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Knoxville to Tampa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $90–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Knoxville to Tampa?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Knoxville to Tampa 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 $188 to $1,697. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Knoxville to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $125, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Dollar
    • Via Car Rental
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Knoxville to Tampa usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Knoxville to Tampa. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $322 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $569, a difference of $247.

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

  • What airlines fly from Knoxville to Tampa?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Knoxville and Tampa.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 53m, compared with 4h 13m via Miami (MIA) and 4h 18m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Knoxville to Tampa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Knoxville to Tampa 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $322, about $247 less than Monday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Tampa trip for December. Fares historically average $315 round-trip in that month - typically $302 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $282 round-trip on this route - about $33 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    • Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    • Marriott Tampa Westshore

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Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Tampa

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