Minneapolis to Knoxville flights
Direct and connecting flights from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Minneapolis to Knoxville take?
Flight time from Minneapolis (MSP) to Knoxville (TYS) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Minneapolis to Knoxville?
Airline availability for MSP to TYS changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Minneapolis to Knoxville?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MSP to TYS varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- JIA5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Sun Country Airlines5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
- Allegiant Air5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| JIA | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Sun Country Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Allegiant Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MSP → TYS
MSP to TYS is a short-haul route of 1,274 km (792 mi). See the return TYS → MSP route.
Alternative airports near Minneapolis: St. Paul (STP) — 14 km, Eden Prairie (FCM) — 19 km, Saint Cloud (STC) — 99 km.
Alternative airports near Knoxville: Athens (MMI) — 69 km, Cleveland (HDI) — 100 km, Crossville (CSV) — 100 km.