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Flight deals from Knoxville to Tampa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Knoxville Airport to Tampa? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$109. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tampa.C$54 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jun. 13.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Sat., Jun. 13, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$54, select.
Tampa.C$54 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jul. 3.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Fri., Jul. 3, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$54, select.
Tampa.C$55 per passenger.Departing Thu., May 28.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Thu., May 28, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$55, select.
Tampa.C$67 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 6.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Thu., Aug. 6, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$67, select.
Tampa.C$71 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 24.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Thu., Sep. 24, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$71, select.
Tampa.C$71 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 28.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Wed., Oct. 28, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$71, select.
Tampa.C$110 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 9.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Knoxville on Mon., Nov. 9, arriving in St. Pete–Clearwater International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$110, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Knoxville to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Which airlines fly from Knoxville to Tampa?

Alternative Knoxville to Tampa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Knoxville to Tampa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tampa Peter O'Knight

4km from central Tampa
Closest
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Tampa International

8km from central Tampa
from C$104
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St. Pete–Clearwater International

22km from central Tampa
from C$54
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Lakeland

44km from central Tampa
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Sarasota

62km from central Tampa
Cheapest
from C$48
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Knoxville to Tampa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$54
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 45 mins
Most popular airlineAllegiant Air
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Knoxville to Tampa: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Knoxville to Tampa is C$109. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Knoxville to Tampa.
Allegiant Air and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Knoxville to Tampa.
As of May 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Knoxville to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Tampa is usually June.
If you're flying from Knoxville Airport, the cheapest airport near Tampa is St. Pete–Clearwater International – which is 22.4 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from C$109.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Knoxville Airport to Tampa on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tampa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Tampa and Knoxville (where McGhee Tyson Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.

  • The busiest route is from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Take your pick of 7 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TYS to PIE is the 06:00 Allegiant Air option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:02 with Allegiant Air.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from TYS to Tampa.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa that arrives at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).

  • Allegiant Air is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa.

  • For a domestic flight within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • Central Knoxville to TYS is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 19 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Booked an early flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to TYS:

How to find the cheapest flights from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Tampa

  • C$54 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa. Return flights start from C$109. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from TYS to Tampa.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from TYS to Tampa couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • The centre of Tampa is located around 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 23 minutes.

  • You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 11 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from TYS to Tampa:

Best time to go to Tampa

  • July is the most popular month for flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, visit Tampa in May when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Tampa is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to Tampa in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from TYS to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.

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