Flying from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Search for flights from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) that fly out of this terminal.
McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Seattle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to TYS.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SEA is roughly 23 kilometres from central Seattle. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 11 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Seattle to TYS, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Consider staying in a hotel near TYS if you're taking a late flight from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
McGhee Tyson Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Knoxville. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport is C$153. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$312. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Seattle to TYS, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Knoxville. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport.
Book your flight from Seattle to TYS for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Knoxville to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Knoxville
Start your Knoxville trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to McGhee Tyson Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Market Square and Sunsphere are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Knoxville itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to World's Fair Park.
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