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$233+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Columbus

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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — CMH
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/142:21 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop4h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 2/182:25 pm
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop6h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/302:00 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 6/27:00 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop6h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:00 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop6h 22m
United Airlines
Sun 3/295:59 pm
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop4h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/307:45 am
TYS
-
CMH
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Tue 6/28:55 am
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/176:21 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 7/206:19 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop4h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:05 am
TYS
-
CMH
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Sun 5/319:15 am
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops11h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/58:00 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop15h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/98:00 pm
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops38h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1712:35 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop12h 05m
Southwest
Mon 7/204:15 pm
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:25 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Sun 3/298:25 am
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops12h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/19$380

Find flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Columbus (C01). 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 January 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$311
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$233
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$233
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Columbus
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Columbus 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 January 21, 2026.
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KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/14

7:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Columbus

Wed 2/18

2:53 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$311

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/30

2:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Columbus

Tue 6/2

7:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$312

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/30

7:45 am-5:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Columbus

Tue 6/2

4:10 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$317

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/26

7:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Columbus

Sun 3/29

5:59 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$317

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/29

8:05 am-6:10 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Columbus

Sun 5/31

3:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$322

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/17

6:21 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Columbus

Mon 7/20

6:19 am-10:48 am

1 stop4h 29m

$347

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/26

12:55 pm-11:27 pm

3 stops34h 32m

$233

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/26

6:45 am-5:24 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$309

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/26

10:11 am-2:15 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$324

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Deals found on 1/21

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Columbus?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Columbus (average of $171). Flying from Knoxville to Columbus in November is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to Columbus. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,089 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Knoxville to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Columbus?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Knoxville to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from McGhee Tyson; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Knoxville airport to Columbus. It is only a 11.3 mi journey to McGhee Tyson (TYS) from Knoxville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Columbus?

    For as low as $311, United Airlines can have you in Columbus from Knoxville in 4h 19m. Airlines will cover a distance of 296 mi.

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

    Delta, at $218, was found to be the cheapest airline from Knoxville to Columbus.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Knoxville to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Knoxville to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to Columbus?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Knoxville to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Columbus (average of $171). Flying from Knoxville to Columbus in November is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 3 airlines flying from Knoxville to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Columbus. 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$218Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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