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$94+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville (DTW - 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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — TYS
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Knoxville McGhee Tyson are usually found in December or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$165
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$94
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$459

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Knoxville McGhee Tyson
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Knoxville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

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.
lun. 8/116:10 amDTW - TYS
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
vie. 8/1512:45 pmTYS - DTW
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$165
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.
mar. 8/196:55 amDTW - TYS
1 stop9h 41mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/234:15 pmTYS - DTW
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$347
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.
jue. 8/77:45 pmDTW - TYS
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
mié. 8/1312:25 pmTYS - DTW
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/10$399
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/277:00 amDTW - TYS
1 stop15h 35mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/27:25 pmTYS - DTW
2 stops17h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$405
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/26:00 amDTW - TYS
1 stop13h 41mFrontier
dom. 10/58:26 pmTYS - DTW
2 stops19h 17mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$407

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

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DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 8/11

6:10 am-4:47 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 8/15

12:45 pm-12:18 am

1 stop11h 33m

$165

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/19

6:55 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

sáb. 8/23

4:15 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$347

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 8/7

8:40 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

dom. 8/10

10:45 am-12:27 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$399

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 8/27

7:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mar. 9/2

7:25 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops17h 49m

$405

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/2

6:00 am-7:41 pm

1 stop13h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

dom. 10/5

8:26 pm-3:43 pm

2 stops19h 17m

$407

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 8/1

6:10 am-4:47 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$94

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/31

6:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$225

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 7/31

8:40 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$249

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 10/16

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 10m

$259

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 7/8

11:02 am-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$295

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville (average of $296). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 DTW to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 junio 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Knoxville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Knoxville ranges from 2.7 - 4.8 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Knoxville when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Knoxville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Knoxville, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Detroit to Knoxville. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
5.9
Fair
3,295 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 Detroit to Knoxville. 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 Detroit to Knoxville?

    To fly from Detroit to Knoxville, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to McGhee Tyson (TYS). Nonstop flights to Knoxville McGhee Tyson from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 1h 31m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 10 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to McGhee Tyson offered by 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $347, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $182 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $249 and United Airlines from $330 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville on time: Air France (84%), WestJet (84%), Delta (80%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville is $399. On average you can expect to pay $459. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Knoxville McGhee Tyson), can usually be booked for $165.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville (average of $296). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Knoxville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Detroit to Knoxville

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 junio 12, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$309Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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