Travelling from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Knoxville.
Take your pick of 70 weekly McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your TYS to ORD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into Chicago (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating TYS to ORD flights. An exceptional 83.57% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is $139. A round-trip ticket right now is $273. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from TYS to ORD, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
TYS is located at 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Of all flights departing from McGhee Tyson Airport, 78.98% land on time at their destination.
To reach McGhee Tyson Airport from central Knoxville, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to TYS:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
August is the busiest month for flights from McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Chicago in January.
Book your flight from McGhee Tyson Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to go to Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TYS to ORD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its leading attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, your itinerary will be busy.
Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
