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$105+ 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — DTW
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Detroit

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 July 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/123:56 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/143:25 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops18h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 9/131:19 pm
TYS
-
DTW
2 stops11h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/194:23 pm
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop17h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/291:54 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop28h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/94:23 pm
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop17h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/291:54 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop28h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/81:40 pm
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop26h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sun 8/3012:55 pm
TYS
-
DTW
2 stops12h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/110:18 am
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:15 am
TYS
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 46m
Delta
Sat 9/126:00 pm
DTW
-
TYS
Nonstop1h 38m
Delta
Deal found 7/27$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/108:19 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop16h 15m
Frontier
Fri 8/147:40 am
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop11h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/111:31 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop20h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/143:25 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops18h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/187:00 am
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/196:00 am
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23$265

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 July 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$105
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$449

Good round-trip deal

$449 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Detroit 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 July 28, 2026.
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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 9/4

7:15 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/12

6:00 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$259

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 10/16

5:18 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/19

8:35 am-10:17 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$259

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 9/13

6:11 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/19

6:00 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$269

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 10/15

6:23 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/19

5:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 20m

$279

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/10

5:40 am-9:22 am

1 stop3h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/13

7:20 am-11:23 am

1 stop4h 03m

$289
Cheapest one-way

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 8/26

1:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$142

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 1/22

5:15 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$199

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 8/26

5:22 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$199

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/21

7:30 am-9:18 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$199
Quickest one-way

KnoxvilleDetroit

TYS - DTW

TYSDTW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 9/23

5:28 pm-7:12 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$199

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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 July.
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-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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $339). Flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $797). 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 July 28, 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 July 28, 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 13 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 42m 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 46m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $259. Airlines will cover a distance of 444 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 39% 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 (84%), Korean Air (80%) or Delta (76%) 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 $139. While the most popular route (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $239 on average, our data indicates $606 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $339). Flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $797). 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 airline flying from Knoxville to Detroit

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DeltaCheapest$299Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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