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$81+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Knoxville (TYS)

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — TYS
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Tue 3/10
Tue 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Knoxville McGhee Tyson are usually found in August or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 8, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Wed 4/158:19 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2110:49 am
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop2h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 4/32:06 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Mon 4/67:00 am
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop1h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Tue 3/317:45 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 4/47:00 am
TYS
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 2/251:52 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 2/287:51 am
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop2h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 5/138:10 am
ORD
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TYS
1 stop5h 23m
Delta
Wed 5/203:00 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop4h 13m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Wed 2/257:25 am
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 47m
United Airlines
Thu 3/51:53 pm
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Tue 3/246:06 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 3/297:00 am
TYS
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 2/206:00 pm
ORD
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TYS
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 2/216:45 am
TYS
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ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 4/75:55 am
ORD
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TYS
1 stop10h 15m
Southwest
Sat 4/116:40 am
TYS
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ORD
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 2/6$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 2/255:25 am
ORD
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TYS
1 stop4h 43m
Delta
Sat 2/2812:00 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/7$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 3/74:44 pm
ORD
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TYS
2 stops16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/99:36 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 3/53:21 pm
ORD
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TYS
1 stop7h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/132:06 pm
TYS
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ORD
1 stop10h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$229

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Knoxville (TYS). 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 February 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$230 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville 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 February 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville that are best for you.

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ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

7:15 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 4/11

7:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/10

7:45 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 4/13

7:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

7:25 am-10:12 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-7:47 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$204

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

9:50 am-4:43 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/15

11:02 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$209

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

2:40 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 3/24

12:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$209

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

7:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/12

3:30 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$209

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

6:00 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 2/24

6:45 am-7:47 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$219

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

5:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 4/11

6:40 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$220

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

5:25 am-11:08 am

1 stop4h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/28

7:38 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$224

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

2:05 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 4/11

7:40 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$234

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Compare providers for flights from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville (average of $176). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville in September is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 ORD to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 8, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Knoxville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Knoxville. 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 Knoxville. Reviews last updated February 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,257 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,254 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Knoxville from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Knoxville. You should not have trouble finding flights to McGhee Tyson from Chicago O'Hare Intl; the airport handles an average of 13 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Knoxville airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl. It is only a 11.3 mi journey from McGhee Tyson (TYS) to Knoxville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville in 1h 53m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Knoxville are separated by a distance of 475 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $189, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

    Consider Envoy Air (75%), Republic Airways (68%) or United Airlines (64%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville? While on average our users pay $252, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Knoxville McGhee Tyson), is priced around $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Knoxville flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville (average of $176). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Knoxville in September is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 2 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Knoxville. 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 February 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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