Houston to Knoxville/Maryville (IAH–TYS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–TYS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 771 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 92 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: EK | 47 | E145, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 2h15-2h22 | Star Alliance | EK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Knoxville/Maryville from Houston
| Metric | IAH→TYS | HOU→TYS | CLL→TYS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 2 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 3m | 1h 56m |
| Departure OTP | 44% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · TYS: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Knoxville/Maryville.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–TYS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to TYS
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to TYS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to TYS ranges from 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 771 miles (1,241 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 47 return, totaling 101 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
92 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FTY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).