Knoxville/Maryville to Chicago (TYS–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TYS–ORD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 475 miles in approximately 1h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 95 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, EI, JL, QR, RJ | 78 | CR7, CR9, E70, E75 | 2h03-2h17 | Oneworld | AS, EI, JL, QR, RJ | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, NH, NZ | 72 | 319, 320, 738, 739, CR5, CR7, E75L, E7W | 1h54-2h10 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, NH, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chicago from Knoxville/Maryville
| Metric | TYS→ORD | AVL→ORD | CHA→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TYS | – | 86 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 262 | 131 | 104 |
| Flight time | 1h 54m | 2h 6m | 1h 29m |
| Departure OTP | 60% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
TYS: EDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Knoxville/Maryville, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
TYS–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TYS to ORD
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 262 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TYS to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TYS to ORD ranges from 1 hours 54 minutes to 2 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 475 miles (765 km). There are approximately 262 weekly flights outbound and 225 return, totaling 487 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
95 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CGF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Asheville (AVL), Chattanooga (CHA) and Blountville (TRI).