Washington, D.C.

$66+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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TYS — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. are usually found in May or December, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$148
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$90
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$242 or less

Good one-way deal

$240 or less
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. 9% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Washington, D.C.
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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1812:45 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 38mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/209:05 pmIAD - TYS
1 stop16h 18mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$148
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/411:06 amTYS - DCA
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/68:45 amDCA - TYS
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$186
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 8/87:35 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/1010:13 pmIAD - TYS
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:45 pmTYS - IAD
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1711:04 amIAD - TYS
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$191
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/46:00 pmTYS - DCA
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Mon 7/78:59 amDCA - TYS
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/12$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/245:45 amTYS - IAD
1 stop3h 27mDelta
Sat 9/66:00 amIAD - TYS
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/11$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:22 pmTYS - BWI
1 stop7h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/146:34 pmBWI - TYS
1 stop25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/147:00 amTYS - DCA
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/185:00 pmDCA - TYS
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/44:09 pmTYS - BWI
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/85:00 amBWI - TYS
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/117:43 pmTYS - BWI
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Mon 7/1410:28 amBWI - TYS
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/10$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/115:05 amTYS - IAD
1 stop3h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/148:13 pmIAD - TYS
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$269
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Sun 8/175:25 pmTYS - DCA
1 stop18h 39mFrontier
Thu 8/217:00 amDCA - TYS
1 stop12h 41mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$318

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KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/18

12:45 pm-2:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/20

9:05 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$148

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/4

11:06 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/6

8:45 am-10:41 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$186

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/8

7:35 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/10

10:13 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/15

12:45 pm-2:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/17

11:04 am-2:44 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$191

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/4

6:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/7

8:59 am-3:07 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$204

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - IAD

TYSIAD

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/24

5:45 am-9:12 am

1 stop3h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

$209

KnoxvilleWashington, D.C.

TYS - DCA

TYSDCA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 8/14

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/18

5:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$214

KnoxvilleBaltimore

TYS - BWI

TYSBWI

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/4

4:09 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/8

5:00 am-10:28 am

1 stop5h 28m

$214

KnoxvilleBaltimore

TYS - BWI

TYSBWI

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 7/17

8:54 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/23

7:10 am-12:06 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$217

KnoxvilleBaltimore

TYS - BWI

TYSBWI

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/11

7:43 pm-12:54 am

1 stop5h 11m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/14

10:28 am-3:07 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$249

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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 June 9, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 70% 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from TYS to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 22 flights from McGhee Tyson to Washington, D.C. per day from 3 different airlines.

  • 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 $148 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $186 and $189 round-trip. Allegiant Air is priced at 48% 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 $90 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $90 and Allegiant Air from $97 one-way.

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

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Knoxville to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$200Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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