Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Knoxville

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS). It's 782 miles (1,258 km), about 2h 7m in the air. Operated by Allegiant Air.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
Flight Time
2h 7m
Distance
782 mi
1,258 km
CO₂/pax
145 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Allegiant Air
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Allegiant Air Allegiant Air

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Allegiant Air G4 Allegiant Air
Route
HOU → TYS
Flight Time
2h 7m
Distance
782 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Knoxville with one stop · direct emits 145 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU MEM (Memphis) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (342 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MEM
1h 30m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
MEM → TYS
1h 12m · 342 mi
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HOU BNA (Nashville) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 58m (152 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → TYS
58m · 152 mi
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HOU ATL (Atlanta) TYS
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 56m (151 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → ATL
2h · 695 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → TYS
56m · 151 mi
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HOU VPS (Fort Walton Beach) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 40m (526 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (395 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → VPS
1h 40m · 526 mi
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Leg 2
VPS → TYS
1h 21m · 395 mi
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HOU MSY (New Orleans) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (302 mi) Leg 2: 2h (541 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MSY
1h 10m · 302 mi
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Leg 2
MSY → TYS
2h · 541 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Knoxville?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Knoxville (TYS) takes approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes. The distance is 782 miles (1,258 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Knoxville?

Just Allegiant Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Knoxville?

Yes. 1 airline: Allegiant Air.

How far is Houston from Knoxville?

The flight distance from Houston to Knoxville is 782 miles (1,258 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Knoxville?

At 2h 7m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 145 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 725 km.

Is the return flight from Knoxville to Houston 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 Houston 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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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