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Cheapest round-trip
$212
Typical prices: $298-$416
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/12Fri 11/16
RDU - TYS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$114
Typical prices: $168-$303
Delta
Sat 10/6
RDU - TYS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Knoxville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 17% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Orlando (MCO)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Knoxville (RDU-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Knoxville

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:07 am - 10:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
15h 58m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Jacksonville
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9:10 am - 9:17 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 07m1 stop Orlando
$212Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:30 pm - 9:44 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
36h 14m2 stops Orlando Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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12:57 pm - 9:11 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 14m1 stop Philadelphia
$216Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:30 am - 8:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
14h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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5:44 pm - 9:17 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
15h 33m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
$226Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:21 am - 9:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:13 pm - 11:57 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$227American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:02 am - 8:32 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:56 am - 10:17 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$227American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:25 am - 1:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:23 pm - 12:28 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:30 pm - 12:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
15h 19m1 stop Orlando
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9:10 am - 9:17 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
24h 07m1 stop Orlando
$228Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:35 am - 1:26 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:17 pm - 12:25 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$242Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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4:19 pm - 9:49 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:58 pm - 11:57 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$242American Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:20 am - 10:45 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:50 am - 3:39 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$242Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Knoxville flights

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Knoxville at $298 round-trip.
•February ($626) and December ($528) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to Knoxville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$114
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 75% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Knoxville

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 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 Raleigh to Knoxville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Raleigh to Knoxville route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $320 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $468, a difference of $148. 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 long is a flight from Raleigh to Knoxville?

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

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

    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 Raleigh to Knoxville 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 $212 to $1,599. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Knoxville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 34m, compared with 3h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 01m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What car rental options are available at Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Payless

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Knoxville range from $298 to $416, with an average of $357 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Knoxville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $320 - about $148 less than Friday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Knoxville trip for April. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $328 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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