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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $312-$521
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
RIC - TYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $189-$338
American Airlines
Sat 10/20
RIC - TYS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Knoxville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 35% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $281 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Knoxville (RIC-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Knoxville

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 9:38 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 12:13 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$239American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 11:49 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 7:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 11:40 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$239Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 5:28 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:35 am - 2:02 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 1:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:07 pm - 11:24 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 8:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 6:45 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
$240Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:42 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 42m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:52 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$244United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:23 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 12:13 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 11:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
3h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 12:13 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$352American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:01 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 11:23 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$353American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Knoxville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Richmond to Knoxville with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Knoxville start at $239. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $312 to $521. 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 Richmond to Knoxville?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Knoxville, it is 35% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 48% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Knoxville at $258 round-trip.
•April ($674) and October ($586) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 161% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Knoxville flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$120
Most popular time to fly with an average 48% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Richmond to Knoxville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Knoxville?

    Flights from Richmond to Knoxville usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Knoxville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 2% 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 Richmond to Knoxville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Richmond to Knoxville route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $258 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $589, a difference of $331. 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 Richmond to Knoxville?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Knoxville takes 0h 00m, covering 388 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $239 to $1,104. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Knoxville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $130, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 52m, compared with 4h 00m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 07m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 Richmond to Knoxville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Knoxville range from $312 to $521, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $258 - about $331 less than Monday (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Knoxville trip for September. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $416 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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