HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Columbus

$122+ 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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — CMH
Apr 11 — Apr 181
Sat 4/11
Sat 4/18
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Knoxville to Columbus with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 March 12, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/77:20 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop4h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 4/95:30 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop4h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/25:00 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop6h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 4/78:44 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop5h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 4/77:05 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Thu 4/91:15 pm
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/72:56 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/128:03 pm
CMH
-
TYS
2 stops21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:53 pm
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop6h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 4/126:04 pm
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop4h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/247:30 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop15h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/269:42 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/26:30 am
TYS
-
CMH
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Tue 4/74:15 pm
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/27:30 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop5h 57m
Delta
Sun 7/56:25 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop3h 45m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/57:00 am
TYS
-
CMH
1 stop6h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 4/710:41 am
CMH
-
TYS
1 stop4h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$320

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 March 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$294
Provider with most accurate pricing for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-Columbus flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-Columbus flights.
Search Deals
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Columbus
Search Deals
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Columbus
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Columbus 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/7

7:05 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Columbus

Thu 4/9

1:15 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$292

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/7

5:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

6:04 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$300

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/2

6:30 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Columbus

Tue 4/7

4:15 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$311

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/28

8:20 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Columbus

Mon 6/1

2:19 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$351
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/26

7:25 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Columbus

Sun 3/29

5:59 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$387
Cheapest one-way

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/8

2:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$132

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/1

7:40 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$132

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$132

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/7

2:56 pm-9:41 am

1 stop18h 45m

$133

KnoxvilleColumbus

TYS - CMH

TYSCMH

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/8

4:25 pm-7:18 pm

2 stops26h 53m

$135

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/9

Showing 1-10 of 16 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Knoxville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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.

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 March 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,286 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,418 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7.1
Good
11,435 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 $292, Southwest can have you in Columbus Airport from Knoxville in 5h 25m. 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 $228 and $294, 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Columbus Airport?

Book flights to Columbus Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Westerville
Marysville
Reynoldsburg
Grove City
Logan
Gahanna
Lancaster
Hilliard

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Knoxville to Columbus

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Nashville to Columbus flights
Chattanooga to Columbus flights
Memphis to Columbus flights

Top 3 airlines flying from Knoxville to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Columbus. 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 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$218Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.