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$101+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Knoxville (DTT - 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — TYS
Aug 14 — Aug 211
Fri 8/14
Fri 8/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Knoxville

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 July 15, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:00 am
DTW
-
TYS
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Tue 8/255:30 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1910:18 am
DTW
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TYS
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/237:00 am
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:55 am
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Mon 8/318:25 am
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/10$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Mon 8/106:10 am
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops16h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/179:08 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop11h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/146:10 am
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops16h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/176:29 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/278:46 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops21h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/316:21 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop18h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/218:46 pm
DTW
-
TYS
2 stops43h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/23:46 pm
TYS
-
DTW
1 stop21h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$228

Find flight deals from Detroit to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 July 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Southwest)

One-way from

$101
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$459

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$348 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Knoxville McGhee Tyson flight deals.
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One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Knoxville McGhee Tyson
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 July 15, 2026.
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DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

7:55 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 8/25

7:15 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$259

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/7

8:40 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/14

6:12 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 47m

$289

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/10

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/15

5:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 25m

$299

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/27

7:55 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 8/31

7:15 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$299

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/3

5:20 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 16m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 9/7

7:15 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$309

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/7

10:13 am-2:27 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/9

5:45 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 29m

$319

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/8

8:35 am-10:16 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/15

7:15 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$319

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/3

8:35 am-10:18 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/10

7:26 am-9:11 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$328

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/3

8:35 am-10:18 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 10/5

6:13 pm-12:54 am

1 stop6h 41m

$338

DetroitKnoxville

DTW - TYS

DTWTYS

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/30

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/2

5:45 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 29m

$339

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Knoxville from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Knoxville

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Knoxville (average of $218). Flying from Detroit to Knoxville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 DTT 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 July 15, 2026.

When flying from Detroit to Knoxville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Knoxville

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Knoxville. 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 July 15, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to TYS are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Knoxville?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Knoxville, you should look to book at least 19 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 July 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Knoxville, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,468 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,468 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,468 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.

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?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Knoxville from Detroit All airports. Booking flights from All airports (DTT) to McGhee Tyson (TYS) should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily flights to Knoxville from 1 airline. 1h 38m is how long a flight from Detroit to Knoxville McGhee Tyson will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Knoxville?

    For as low as $259, Delta can have you in Knoxville from Detroit in 1h 39m. The distance between Detroit and Knoxville is about 444 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Knoxville round-trip?

    Delta, at $299, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to Knoxville.. Delta is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Before booking your flight to Knoxville from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (76%), Delta (75%), Endeavor Airlines( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Knoxville?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to Knoxville is $259. On average you can expect to pay $598. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Knoxville McGhee Tyson), can usually be booked for $246.

  • 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 to Knoxville?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Knoxville (average of $218). Flying from Detroit to Knoxville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 Detroit to Knoxville

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DeltaCheapest$299Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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