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Cheapest round-trip
$93
Typical prices: $198-$410
Allegiant Air
Mon 11/12Thu 11/15
TYS - IAD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$28
Typical prices: $81-$345
Allegiant Air
Mon 11/19
TYS - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Allegiant Air. Average duration is 1h 45m
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Cheapest • 12% average savings
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 71% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $331 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. (TYS-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
Allegiant Air Logo
7:45 am - 9:13 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 28mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
9:48 am - 11:23 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 35mnonstop
$93Allegiant Air
Thu, Mar 11 - Sun, Apr 4
Allegiant Air Logo
1:13 pm - 2:40 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 27mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
11:17 am - 12:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 29mnonstop
$98Allegiant Air
Thu, Mar 18 - Thu, Apr 1
Allegiant Air Logo
6:04 pm - 7:31 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 27mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
11:17 am - 12:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 29mnonstop
$114Allegiant Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:42 pm - 5:11 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 29mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 11:29 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
25h 54m1 stop Orlando
$144Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:36 am - 8:11 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 10:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 32mnonstop
$149Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:36 am - 8:11 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 10:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 32mnonstop
$157Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 8:17 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 51mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:41 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 56mnonstop
$185American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
6:23 am - 8:20 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 57mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:52 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 52mnonstop
$185American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 9:25 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 2:53 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 53mnonstop
$185United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 7:28 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 43mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:15 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
1h 44mnonstop
$185United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. typically range from $198 to $410. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $93, on Allegiant Air.

What is the cheapest Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Knoxville (TYS) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) is the cheapest Knoxville to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $234 round-trip. Other Knoxville to Washington, D.C. routes average $297, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. at $204 round-trip.
•September ($359) and March ($327) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 71% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

 
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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Key details for Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

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Your Knoxville to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 7:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:45 pm and lands at 9:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 45m, covering 437 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. range from $198 to $410, with an average of $276 over the past 12 months. Anything below $198 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 43% above the $276 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $275 round-trip, compared to $331 via a layover through Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Knoxville to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $98, which is 51% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $255 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $387, a difference of $132.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    3 airlines operate flights between Knoxville and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Allegiant Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h, compared with 5h 34m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 6h 26m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $255, about $132 less than Sunday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 71% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $204 round-trip in that month - typically $155 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C.

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,United Airlines

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +1 more

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