Travelling from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Philadelphia's main airport, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) leaving from this base.
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
Knoxville (where Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-5 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the most popular route. You can choose from 20 direct services each week between PHL and TYS.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Philadelphia to TYS. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can find a direct flight from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) out of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport jetting out of PHL.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines from PHL to TYS.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 76.32% of its services reaching their destination on time.
PHL is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can reach TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to TYS flight:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near TYS instead:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find TYS at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Getting from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, central Knoxville is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is Rs10,280. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs19,464. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to TYS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Knoxville. June is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Knoxville is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your Philadelphia to TYS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 11ºC.
More about Knoxville
Start your Knoxville trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Ijams Nature Centre and McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Knoxville itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to World's Fair Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Knoxville, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 290 kilometres east to Charlotte to tick off its top attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Nashville, about 257 kilometres west of Knoxville. Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum are among the biggest draws.
