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$79+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — ORD
May 12 — May 191
Tue 5/12
Tue 5/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in August or April, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 12, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/79:40 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/121:18 pm
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop20h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/79:40 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/134:05 pm
ORD
-
TYS
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/711:27 am
TYS
-
ORD
2 stops12h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/145:30 pm
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop27h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2512:56 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop9h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/21:27 pm
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop30h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:32 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop27h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/265:05 am
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/17:30 am
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop17h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/21:27 pm
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop30h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/224:25 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop29h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/3011:28 am
ORD
-
TYS
2 stops29h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:32 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop27h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/279:44 pm
ORD
-
TYS
2 stops35h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$220

Find flight deals from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$249

Good round-trip deal

$372 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/5

12:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

2:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$249

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 7/9

6:30 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

9:35 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$269

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/15

5:57 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

2:02 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$269

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/1

6:35 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

2:40 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$274

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/29

3:54 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/6

7:01 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$279
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/27

6:30 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

6:07 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$319

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/8

5:55 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/13

9:35 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$319

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/29

5:55 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/5

6:45 am-9:33 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$334

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/30

10:49 am-11:53 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

2:05 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$334

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/3

8:20 am-9:28 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

6:45 am-9:33 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$339

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Knoxville-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on April 9, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $123). Flying from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $195). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TYS to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 12, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated April 12, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,570 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Knoxville. Booking flights from McGhee Tyson (TYS) to Chicago O'Hare Intl should be relatively easy as there are 30 daily outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport can take about 1h 59m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $269. Airlines will cover a distance of 475 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($189), and United Airlines ($189) offers the cheapest pricing from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Users have found that American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are ANA (81%), Emirates (81%) and Air Canada (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $145. While the most popular route (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $216 on average, our data indicates $787 when flying from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Knoxville to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $123). Flying from Knoxville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $195). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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