Knoxville/Maryville to Charlotte (TYS–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TYS–CLT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, British Airways and Allegiant Air lead the route. The flight covers 176 miles in approximately 0h 41m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 94 | CR9, E145, ER4 | 1h06-1h46 | Oneworld | – | |
| BA British Airways | 21 | E145, ER4 | 1h24-1h28 | Oneworld | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 1 | 320 | 0h41 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Knoxville/Maryville
| Metric | TYS→CLT | AVL→CLT | CHA→CLT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TYS | – | 86 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 116 | 76 | 76 |
| Flight time | 0h 41m | 1h | 1h 32m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
TYS: EDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Knoxville/Maryville, it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte.
No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.
TYS–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TYS to CLT
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, British Airways and Allegiant Air. With 116 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TYS to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TYS to CLT ranges from 0 hours 41 minutes to 1 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 176 miles (284 km). There are approximately 116 weekly flights outbound and 132 return, totaling 248 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CAE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Asheville (AVL), Chattanooga (CHA) and Blountville (TRI).