Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Chicago (CHI) from $63

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/28. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
TYS — CHI
oct. 3 — oct. 101

The best prices from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Chicago are usually found in February or October, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

How to find the cheapest flight from Knoxville (TYS) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best TYS to CHI flight in 2023: compare Knoxville to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

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March

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$116
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Chicago (CHI)

TYS - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Knoxville to Chicago?

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 164%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Knoxville to Chicago?

To save up to 44% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 32 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Knoxville to Chicago from $307 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $413 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Chicago?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Knoxville. Users have commonly found prices around $284 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $178. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Knoxville to Chicago (TYS - CHI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Knoxville to Chicago in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Knoxville to Chicago

Check out some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've come across from Knoxville to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Knoxville to Chicago

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Cheap Knoxville to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for TYS to CHI flights for September, October
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Knoxville to Chicago in September and October 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Knoxville to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Knoxville found for this year
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Knoxville to Chicago in September and October 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Knoxville

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Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Knoxville, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Chicago from Knoxville

The cheapest one-way flights from Knoxville to Chicago
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Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 11/17

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago Midway

lun. 11/20

Nonstop1h 28m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 10/27

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago Midway

lun. 10/30

Nonstop1h 24m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 10/27

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago Midway

vie. 11/3

Nonstop1h 26m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago O'Hare Intl

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

sáb. 11/11

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/19

Nonstop1h 44m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 10/27

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago Midway

lun. 10/30

1 stop13h 03m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago O'Hare Intl

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 11/2

1 stop6h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/7

Nonstop1h 44m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

sáb. 10/21

1 stop14h 30m

Chicago Midway

lun. 10/23

Nonstop1h 24m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 11/2

1 stop5h 23m

Chicago Midway

mar. 11/7

1 stop4h 01m

Knoxville McGhee TysonChicago Midway

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 12/1

1 stop23h 59m

Chicago Midway

dom. 12/3

1 stop17h 31m

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Deals found on 9/27

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Knoxville to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Knoxville to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Chicago?

If you book a flight to Chicago from Knoxville, you will be flying from McGhee Tyson, which is the city’s only airport. Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is located 11.3 mi from the center of Knoxville. There are 14 flights from McGhee Tyson to Chicago per day from 4 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Knoxville to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Knoxville to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Allegiant Air for just $106, but on average you can expect to pay $156.

Are there nonstop flights from Knoxville to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Knoxville to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Knoxville to Chicago is less than $234.

Are there last-minute flights available from Knoxville to Chicago for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Knoxville to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What days are nonstop flights available from Knoxville to Chicago?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Knoxville to Chicago on average per day?

Per day, 26 flights depart from Knoxville to Chicago on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 12% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 31% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 58% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Knoxville to Chicago?

There are many flights that can get you from Knoxville to Chicago in 1h 37m. Fly via Allegiant Air, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Knoxville to Chicago is about 477 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Chicago round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Knoxville to Chicago is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $106 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $148 and $156 round-trip. Allegiant Air is currently priced 62% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Knoxville to Chicago?

What are the most reliable airlines from Knoxville to Chicago?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Knoxville to Chicago are Republic Airways (100%), Japan Airlines (88%) and ANA (78%).

What are the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Chicago?

On average you can expect to pay $992 for a flight from Knoxville to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $195 while the most popular route, (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $167.

What does TYS to ORD mean?

This is defined as Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Top 4 airlines flying from Knoxville to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Knoxville to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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American AirlinesCheapest$160Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$166Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Knoxville to Chicago
15%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
38%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
47%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Knoxville to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Knoxville to Chicago
Sunday13daily flights
Monday18daily flights
Tuesday14daily flights
Wednesday12daily flights
Thursday14daily flights
Friday14daily flights
Saturday17daily flights

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