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$90+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Knoxville (RDU - 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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — TYS
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 March 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$351
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Knoxville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/34:18 pmRDU - TYS
1 stop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1011:09 amTYS - RDU
1 stop2h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 5/310:35 amRDU - TYS
1 stop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/105:50 amTYS - RDU
1 stop3h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/19$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 12/119:30 amRDU - TYS
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Tue 12/167:25 pmTYS - RDU
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/20$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sun 5/411:29 amRDU - TYS
2 stops27h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/113:52 pmTYS - RDU
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$237

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

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RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

4:18 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop2h 50m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/10

11:09 am-2:00 pm

1 stop2h 51m

$198

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

10:35 am-2:35 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/10

5:50 am-9:29 am

1 stop3h 39m

$199

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

5:20 am-9:21 am

1 stop4h 01m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 5/11

5:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop3h 05m

$229

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

11:29 am-2:30 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 5/11

3:52 pm-9:12 am

1 stop17h 20m

$237

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/2

9:53 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop19h 58m

$90

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/29

6:11 pm-12:03 am

1 stop5h 52m

$176

RaleighKnoxville

RDU - TYS

RDUTYS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/29

6:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$722

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Deals found on 3/20

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Knoxville (average of $295). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 March 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Knoxville in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 March 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Raleigh to Knoxville have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,895 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,605 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,895 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Knoxville round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Knoxville is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $198 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $199 and $229 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Knoxville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Knoxville (average of $295). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Knoxville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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