Traveling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport.
Choose from 71 weekly O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:08.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ORD to TYS flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Knoxville (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport offered by this popular airline.
American Airlines is the top choice for travelers on this route.
With 76.67% of services landing as planned, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ORD to TYS flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ORD and TYS:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flight is AED 409. A round-trip fare right now is AED 819. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ORD to TYS.
May is the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ORD to TYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Reserve a hotel near TYS if you're catching a late O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a McGhee Tyson Airport rental car and explore Knoxville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Alamo and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from McGhee Tyson Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
TYS is located at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
McGhee Tyson Airport is roughly 23 kilometers from the center of Knoxville. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Knoxville based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Knoxville is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to TYS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Knoxville, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 451 kilometers north to Columbus to tick off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, head for Indianapolis, about 467 kilometers north-west of Knoxville. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.
