Direct (nonstop) flights from Memphis to Knoxville

1 airline flys nonstop from Memphis International (MEM) to Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS). It's 342 miles (550 km), about 1h 12m in the air. Operated by Allegiant Air.

MEM
Memphis International
🇺🇸 Memphis, USA
TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
342 mi
550 km
CO₂/pax
63 kg
−27 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Allegiant Air
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Allegiant Air Allegiant Air

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Allegiant Air G4 Allegiant Air
Route
MEM → TYS
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
342 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Memphis to Knoxville with one stop · direct emits 63 kg CO₂ per passenger

MEM BNA (Nashville) TYS
Leg 1: 1h (201 mi) Leg 2: 58m (152 mi) Total: ~1h 58m 🍃 90 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEM → BNA
1h · 201 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → TYS
58m · 152 mi
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MEM ATL (Atlanta) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 22m (331 mi) Leg 2: 56m (151 mi) Total: ~2h 18m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEM → ATL
1h 22m · 331 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → TYS
56m · 151 mi
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MEM VPS (Fort Walton Beach) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 24m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (395 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEM → VPS
1h 24m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
VPS → TYS
1h 21m · 395 mi
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MEM MDW (Chicago) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 35m (480 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (459 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+216% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEM → MDW
1h 35m · 480 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → TYS
1h 27m · 459 mi
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MEM CLT (Charlotte) TYS
Leg 1: 1h 51m (512 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (176 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+143% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MEM → CLT
1h 51m · 512 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → TYS
1h 19m · 176 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Memphis to Knoxville?

A nonstop flight from Memphis (MEM) to Knoxville (TYS) takes approximately 1 hours and 12 minutes. The distance is 342 miles (550 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Memphis to Knoxville?

Just Allegiant Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Memphis to Knoxville?

Yes. 1 airline: Allegiant Air.

How far is Memphis from Knoxville?

The flight distance from Memphis to Knoxville is 342 miles (550 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 Memphis to Knoxville?

At 1h 12m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 63 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 315 km.

Is the return flight from Knoxville to Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis International for this flight?

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