Flying from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MKE to TYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MKE and TYS:
O'Hare International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Right now, $170 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $339. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MKE to TYS if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MKE to TYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
When it comes to General Mitchell International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Milwaukee to General Mitchell International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MKE:
Arriving at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TYS if you're taking a late General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a McGhee Tyson Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Knoxville and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from McGhee Tyson Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
TYS is located at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
From McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
July is the busiest month for flights from General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Knoxville in February.
When reserving your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to McGhee Tyson Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Knoxville, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MKE to TYS in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Knoxville. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 467 kilometres north-west of Knoxville. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are key reasons to visit.
