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$128+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Knoxville (MCI - 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — TYS
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Knoxville McGhee Tyson are usually found in January or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$325
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Knoxville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/258:10 amMCI - TYS
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Mon 7/287:43 pmTYS - MCI
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/28$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 6/115:46 amMCI - TYS
1 stop10h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/127:30 amTYS - MCI
1 stop12h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/105:15 amMCI - TYS
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/1111:43 amTYS - MCI
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sat 8/237:30 amMCI - TYS
2 stops11h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/2710:54 amTYS - MCI
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$324

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

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Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Fri 7/25

8:10 am-3:07 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/28

7:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$249

Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Wed 6/11

5:46 am-4:55 pm

1 stop10h 09m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 6/12

7:30 am-7:13 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$268

Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Sat 5/10

5:15 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 26m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 5/11

11:43 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$309

Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Sat 8/23

7:30 am-7:53 pm

2 stops11h 23m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 8/27

10:54 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$324

Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Wed 6/4

5:46 am-7:19 pm

1 stop12h 33m

$128

Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Thu 6/12

5:45 am-11:08 am

1 stop4h 23m

$220

Kansas CityKnoxville

MCI - TYS

MCITYS

Kansas City

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-10:27 am

2 stops27h 27m

$407

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City to Knoxville in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Kansas City-Knoxville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Knoxville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Knoxville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Knoxville flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to Knoxville

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Knoxville

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kansas City to Knoxville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Knoxville (average of $296). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 April 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kansas City to Knoxville in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Kansas City to Knoxville 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
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Knoxville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Knoxville round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $249, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Knoxville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Allegiant Air. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Knoxville for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Knoxville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Knoxville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Knoxville (average of $296). Flying from Kansas City 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 3 airlines flying from Kansas City to Knoxville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$222Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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