Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Knoxville

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS). It's 442 miles (712 km), about 1h 37m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
Flight Time
1h 37m
Distance
442 mi
712 km
CO₂/pax
82 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → TYS
Flight Time
1h 37m
Distance
442 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Knoxville with one stop · direct emits 82 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW BNA (Nashville) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 41m (455 mi) Leg 2: 58m (152 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BNA
1h 41m · 455 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → TYS
58m · 152 mi
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DTW MDW (Chicago) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 15m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (459 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MDW
1h 15m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → TYS
1h 27m · 459 mi
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DTW ATL (Atlanta) TYS
Leg 1: 2h 5m (593 mi) Leg 2: 56m (151 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+99% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ATL
2h 5m · 593 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → TYS
56m · 151 mi
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DTW IAD (Dulles) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 32m (383 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (420 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → IAD
1h 32m · 383 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → TYS
1h 34m · 420 mi
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DTW BWI (Baltimore) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (464 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BWI
1h 30m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → TYS
1h 40m · 464 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Knoxville?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Knoxville (TYS) takes approximately 1 hours and 37 minutes. The distance is 442 miles (712 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Knoxville?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Knoxville?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Knoxville?

The flight distance from Detroit to Knoxville is 442 miles (712 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to Knoxville?

At 1h 37m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Detroit to Knoxville?

Roughly 82 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 410 km.

Is the return flight from Knoxville to Detroit also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Knoxville?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.