Washington, D.C.

$42+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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TYS — WAS
Nov 13 — Nov 201
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

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Mon 10/2711:00 amTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/318:57 pmIAD - TYS
1 stop18h 25mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/12$148
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Wed 11/126:13 pmTYS - IAD
1 stop25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/149:16 pmIAD - TYS
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$160
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Fri 11/77:25 pmTYS - IAD
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/107:56 pmIAD - TYS
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$162
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Thu 11/66:30 amTYS - IAD
2 stops17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:46 pmIAD - TYS
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$169
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Fri 11/76:12 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/1011:14 amIAD - TYS
1 stop5h 18mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/13$173
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Thu 11/136:30 amTYS - IAD
2 stops17h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:56 pmIAD - TYS
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$174
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Fri 10/316:23 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/211:08 amIAD - TYS
1 stop21h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/14$177
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Fri 10/245:59 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mAllegiant Air
Sun 10/2610:08 amIAD - TYS
1 stop22h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/12$179
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Mon 10/2711:00 amTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/298:47 amIAD - TYS
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$183
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Fri 10/245:59 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/298:47 amIAD - TYS
2 stops24h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$184
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Thu 11/136:06 amTYS - DCA
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/158:57 amDCA - TYS
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$189
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Thu 11/136:06 amTYS - DCA
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/177:49 pmDCA - TYS
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$190

Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$42
(Trip.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/13

6:58 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

4:56 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$169

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 11/12

9:54 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

9:16 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$180

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 10/27

11:00 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/29

8:47 am-11:38 am

2 stops26h 51m

$183

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/20

7:23 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/28

10:10 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 11/10

5:03 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/17

7:49 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/13

5:45 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

10:15 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 11/8

6:06 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/10

8:57 am-10:52 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/13

7:20 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/16

10:15 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 12/14

9:06 am-10:53 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 10/31

10:43 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/2

7:49 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in October.
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*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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. (average of $44). Flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. 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 October 14, 2025.

The most flights from TYS to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $200.

What’s the fastest layover option from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 11m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 42m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Knoxville, you will be flying from McGhee Tyson, which is the city’s only airport. Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is located 11.3 mi from the center of Knoxville. There are 17 flights from McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $189, United Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. from Knoxville in 1h 41m. The distance from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. is about 436 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. is Allegiant Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $43 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $132 and $189 round-trip. Allegiant Air is priced at 84% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $42 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $96 and American Airlines from $108 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. are Allegiant Air (100%), Ethiopian Air (96%) and Copa Airlines (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    While on average a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. is generally $1,768, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $43. When looking at the most popular route, (Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $86 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. (average of $44). Flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 4 airlines flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.. 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$43Average$90FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$132Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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