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$209+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Columbus (CMH)

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 12/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — CMH
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:42 amTYS - CMH
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:35 amCMH - TYS
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/206:59 pmTYS - CMH
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Sat 1/172:16 pmCMH - TYS
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/10$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/256:45 amTYS - CMH
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:45 pmCMH - TYS
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/265:08 pmTYS - CMH
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amCMH - TYS
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/308:00 amTYS - CMH
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/25:35 pmCMH - TYS
2 stops28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/2011:00 amTYS - CMH
1 stop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/176:00 amCMH - TYS
2 stops7h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$420
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:59 pmTYS - CMH
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Mon 1/56:05 pmCMH - TYS
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/11$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/204:21 pmTYS - CMH
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/173:13 pmCMH - TYS
2 stops6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/212:00 pmTYS - CMH
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/59:45 amCMH - TYS
2 stops10h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$492

Find flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Columbus (CMH). 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 December 12, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Delta)

One-way from

$209
(United Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$539
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 2/24

1:00 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop5h 08m

$251

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 1/16

7:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Columbus

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop4h 57m

$270

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 1/7

1:00 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Columbus

Fri 1/9

8:15 am-12:13 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$284

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 1/25

5:40 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 15m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop4h 08m

$284

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 2/24

9:40 am-7:59 pm

2 stops10h 19m

Columbus

Wed 2/25

5:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 42m

$316

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/22

7:30 am-11:20 am

1 stop3h 50m

Columbus

Mon 5/25

5:45 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$317

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/5

2:37 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

8:15 am-12:13 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$332

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 1/7

11:10 am-7:06 pm

2 stops7h 56m

Columbus

Fri 1/9

9:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$349

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 1/25

6:45 am-2:17 pm

2 stops7h 32m

Columbus

Wed 1/28

2:18 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$349

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 12/30

5:45 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 04m

$209

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Compare providers for flights from Knoxville to Columbus

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 Knoxville to Columbus in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Knoxville-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Columbus Airport 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 Knoxville-Columbus Airport 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 Knoxville to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport (average of $171). Flying from Knoxville to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 TYS to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Knoxville to Columbus Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to Columbus Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Columbus?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), located 11.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Knoxville to Columbus. 3 airlines have flights from McGhee Tyson to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport?

    For as low as $251, Delta can have you in Columbus Airport from Knoxville in 4h 13m. The distance from Knoxville to Columbus Airport is about 296 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $218. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $223 and $298, respectively. You may be able to fly from Knoxville to Columbus Airport for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Columbus 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 Knoxville to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Columbus Airport (average of $171). Flying from Knoxville to Columbus Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 Knoxville to Columbus

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DeltaCheapest$218Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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