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$101+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Illinois

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TYS — ORD
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Illinois

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 March 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/169:32 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop26h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/227:15 pm
ORD
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TYS
1 stop24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$208
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 5/149:40 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/197:45 pm
ORD
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TYS
1 stop21h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$223
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.
Thu 4/239:32 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop13h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/281:27 pm
ORD
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TYS
1 stop20h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/911:31 am
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop2h 04m
American Airlines
Sun 4/125:24 pm
ORD
-
TYS
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$227
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/35:50 pm
TYS
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MDW
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 6/109:00 am
MDW
-
TYS
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$229
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/98:48 pm
TYS
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 09m
American Airlines
Sun 5/105:24 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Tue 4/72:56 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop27h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/912:00 pm
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$234
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/55:50 pm
TYS
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MDW
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Sat 5/96:10 am
MDW
-
TYS
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$239
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:05 am
TYS
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ORD
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Sun 5/102:40 pm
ORD
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TYS
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/911:27 am
TYS
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ORD
1 stop8h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/125:25 am
ORD
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TYS
1 stop16h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$240
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:00 am
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop1h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 4/57:15 am
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 5/149:40 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop12h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/175:30 pm
ORD
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TYS
1 stop27h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$243

Find flight deals from Knoxville to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Knoxville to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated March 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$113 or less

Good one-way deal

$216 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Illinois
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($13 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 Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Illinois.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Illinois that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/14

6:01 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

2:10 pm-5:08 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$229

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/12

12:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

2:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$229
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/14

6:01 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/18

6:00 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$229

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/8

5:59 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/10

6:23 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$249

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/9

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/12

6:00 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$249

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/8

12:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

2:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$249

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/16

7:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

10:30 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$249

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - ORD

TYSORD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/10

8:20 am-9:28 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

5:50 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$249

KnoxvilleSt. Louis

TYS - STL

TYSSTL

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/16

6:40 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/19

5:45 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$250

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 4/10

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/20

11:45 am-8:20 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$254

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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 $60). Flying from Knoxville to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 March 17, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Knoxville to Illinois in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Knoxville to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Knoxville to Illinois. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to Illinois flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 March 17, 2026.

The most flights from TYS to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 March 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Knoxville to Illinois, such as United Airlines,Allegiant Air, andAmerican Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Illinois?

    For as low as $229, United Airlines can have you in Illinois from Knoxville in 1h 54m. The distance between Knoxville and Illinois is about 475 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $47. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, 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?

  • 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 ANA (77%), Emirates (72%) or Avianca (71%) 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 $1,051, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $229.

  • 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 $60). Flying from Knoxville to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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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Alternative routes for Knoxville to Illinois

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Top 3 airlines flying from Knoxville to Illinois

Discover the top 3 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 March 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$60Average$104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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