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$49+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Illinois

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TYS — ORD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Knoxville to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$49
(Booking.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$82 or less

Good one-way deal

$58 or less
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/131:29 pmTYS - MDW
Nonstop1h 34mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/162:53 pmMDW - TYS
Nonstop1h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/115:46 pmTYS - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/137:50 pmORD - TYS
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/266:08 pmTYS - ORD
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/314:37 pmORD - TYS
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/226:19 pmTYS - MDW
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Wed 7/306:00 amMDW - TYS
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/11$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2510:45 amTYS - ORD
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Mon 7/281:01 pmORD - TYS
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/11$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/25:45 amTYS - STL
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Tue 7/87:00 amSTL - TYS
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/10$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/44:49 pmTYS - ORD
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/56:14 pmORD - TYS
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/255:15 amTYS - STL
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/295:37 amSTL - TYS
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/117:00 amTYS - PIA
1 stop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/175:25 pmPIA - TYS
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/267:00 amTYS - BMI
1 stop25h 49mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/308:39 amBMI - TYS
1 stop12h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/316:22 pmTYS - MLI
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/23:54 pmMLI - TYS
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:00 amTYS - STL
2 stops28h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/263:34 pmSTL - TYS
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$290

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Illinois 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Illinois that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/18

1:31 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/21

2:54 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$189

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/11

5:46 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

7:50 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 7/26

6:08 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

4:37 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$207

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/22

5:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$209

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/25

10:45 am-4:13 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/28

1:01 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$209

KnoxvilleSt. Louis

TYS - STL

TYSSTL

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/2

5:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/8

7:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$214

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/4

4:49 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

6:14 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$219

KnoxvilleSt. Louis

TYS - STL

TYSSTL

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 6/25

5:15 am-9:18 am

1 stop5h 03m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/29

5:37 am-1:23 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$239

KnoxvillePeoria

TYS - PIA

TYSPIA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/11

7:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Greater Peoria

Thu 7/17

5:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$247

KnoxvilleBloomington

TYS - BMI

TYSBMI

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 6/26

7:00 am-7:49 am

1 stop25h 49m

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 6/30

8:39 am-10:17 pm

1 stop12h 38m

$252

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Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Knoxville to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Knoxville to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Knoxville to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Knoxville to Illinois. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from TYS to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Knoxville to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Knoxville to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Illinois 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Knoxville to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Knoxville to Illinois for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Knoxville to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Knoxville to Illinois consider Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Chicago Midway or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Lambert-St Louis as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Knoxville to Illinois?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Knoxville to Illinois consider choosing GoJet (96%), Avianca (93%) or ANA (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Illinois?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Knoxville to Illinois? While on average our users pay $1,532, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $143. The most popular route (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Knoxville to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 4 airlines flying from Knoxville to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Illinois. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$74Average$80FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$165Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$183Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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