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$110+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (TYS - DTW)

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — DTW
Apr 14 — Apr 211
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/84:25 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop8h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/151:37 pm
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop25h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 3/277:15 am
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/316:50 pm
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop15h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 3/289:36 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop11h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/15:34 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 5/125:50 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Tue 5/194:10 pm
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/104:20 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop18h 38m
Frontier
Sun 4/1211:54 am
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop27h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13$265
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:50 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Wed 4/1512:40 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/104:20 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop18h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/1311:48 am
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop10h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 3/193:55 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop8h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/15:34 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$282

Find flight deals from Knoxville to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Detroit (DTW). 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 March 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$110
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$434

Good round-trip deal

$342 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights.
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/7

7:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

6:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$337

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/15

11:02 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$339

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 6/19

3:20 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/21

8:30 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$339

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 6/16

2:30 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/26

7:55 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$349

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 8/19

11:30 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/25

7:55 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$359

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/3

5:15 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

7:55 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$359

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/23

7:50 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/27

6:17 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$369

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/23

6:35 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$370
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 4/11

7:40 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$379
Cheapest one-way

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/7

7:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$159

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Compare providers for flights from Knoxville to Detroit

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 Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $206). Flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 15, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated March 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Knoxville to Detroit?

    If you wish to fly to Detroit from Knoxville, then you need to book flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. There are 11 flights from McGhee Tyson (TYS) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) per day to choose from. Flights to Detroit from McGhee Tyson are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 40m is how long a nonstop flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A quick flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can take about 1h 45m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $339. Airlines will cover a distance of 444 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $299. Delta is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Consider Air France (94%), KLM (85%) or Virgin Atlantic (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $261 on average, our data indicates $401 when flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $206). Flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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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