Traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 34 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. Detroit and Knoxville share the same timezone (UTC-4).
Each week, there are 19 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. To be on board early, pick the 07:15 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from DTW to TYS is 20:50 with Delta Air Lines.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between DTW and TYS:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
South Bend Regional
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport is C$119. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$274. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from DTW to TYS by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Detroit to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 27 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near DTW:
Arriving at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Reserve a hotel close to TYS if you're catching a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
McGhee Tyson Airport to central Knoxville takes about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Knoxville based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Knoxville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from DTW to TYS in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Knoxville
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Market Square and Sunsphere are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Knoxville travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at World's Fair Park.
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