Knoxville/Maryville to Dallas-Fort Worth (TYS–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TYS–DFW is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 770 miles in approximately 2h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 64 | 321, 738, E75 | 2h32-3h34 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 28 | 738, E75 | 2h44-2h45 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 14 | 738 | 2h32-2h39 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Knoxville/Maryville
| Metric | TYS→DFW | AVL→DFW | CHA→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TYS | – | 86 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 106 | 14 | 55 |
| Flight time | 2h 32m | 3h 2m | 2h 24m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
TYS: EDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Knoxville/Maryville, it's 4:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
TYS–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TYS to DFW
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair. With 106 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TYS to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TYS to DFW ranges from 2 hours 32 minutes to 3 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 770 miles (1,239 km). There are approximately 106 weekly flights outbound and 98 return, totaling 204 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ECP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Asheville (AVL), Chattanooga (CHA) and Blountville (TRI).