Knoxville/Maryville to Al Kharj (TYS–AKH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
TYS–AKH has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Al Kharj from Knoxville/Maryville
| Metric | TYS→AKH | PDK→AKH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TYS | – | 135 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | – |
| Flight time | 17h 38m | 1h 7m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
TYS: EDT · AKH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Knoxville/Maryville, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Al Kharj.
US passport holders can obtain a tourist eVisa for Saudi Arabia at visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa costs SAR 535 (about $143), which includes the visa fee and mandatory medical insurance. It allows multiple entries over 1 year with a maximum stay of 90 days per visit and 180 days total per year. Processing is instant to 24 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Upload a passport scan and a recent photo.
Saudi Arabia also issues visas on arrival at major airports for US citizens at the same SAR 535 fee. At King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah or King Khalid International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, the VOA counter processes arrivals in 15 to 30 minutes. The eVisa saves queuing time. Saudi Arabia opened to tourism in 2019 and has invested heavily in destinations: AlUla (Hegra/Mada'in Salih, a Nabataean UNESCO site), Diriyah (the original Saudi capital near Riyadh), and the Red Sea coast resorts. Dress modestly in public; women are not required to wear an abaya but should cover shoulders and knees.
Direct flights from New York JFK to Jeddah run about 11 hours on Saudia. Washington Dulles to Riyadh runs about 12 hours 30 minutes on Saudia. Saudi Arabia uses the Saudi riyal (SAR), pegged at 3.75 SAR per $1. Card payments work widely. The Haramain High-Speed Railway connects Jeddah to Mecca (30 minutes) and Medina (2 hours 30 minutes). Riyadh's Metro system has 6 lines serving the capital. Uber and Careem operate in all major cities. Restaurant meals range from SAR 30 to SAR 80 ($8 to $21) at mid-range restaurants. Alcohol is prohibited throughout Saudi Arabia.
TYS–AKH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TYS to AKH
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
TYS to AKH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TYS to AKH is about 17 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,231 miles (11,636 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Atlanta (PDK).