Direct (nonstop) flights from Knoxville to Atlanta

1 airline flys nonstop from Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). It's 151 miles (243 km), about 1h 6m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
151 mi
243 km
CO₂/pax
28 kg
−64 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
TYS → ATL
Flight Time
1h 6m
Distance
151 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Knoxville to Atlanta with one stop · direct emits 28 kg CO₂ per passenger

TYS BNA (Nashville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 3m (152 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (213 mi) Total: ~2h 14m 🍃 92 kg CO₂ (+229% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → BNA
1h 3m · 152 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → ATL
1h 11m · 213 mi
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TYS VPS (Fort Walton Beach) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 22m (395 mi) Leg 2: 1h 17m (249 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+414% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → VPS
1h 22m · 395 mi
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Leg 2
VPS → ATL
1h 17m · 249 mi
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TYS JAX (Jacksonville) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 22m (390 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (270 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+425% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → JAX
1h 22m · 390 mi
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Leg 2
JAX → ATL
1h 18m · 270 mi
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TYS MEM (Memphis) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 19m (342 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (331 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+432% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → MEM
1h 19m · 342 mi
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Leg 2
MEM → ATL
1h 22m · 331 mi
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TYS CLT (Charlotte) ATL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 100 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → CLT
1h 25m · 176 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → ATL
1h 22m · 227 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Knoxville to Atlanta?

A nonstop flight from Knoxville (TYS) to Atlanta (ATL) takes approximately 1 hours and 6 minutes. The distance is 151 miles (243 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Knoxville to Atlanta?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Knoxville to Atlanta?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Knoxville from Atlanta?

The flight distance from Knoxville to Atlanta is 151 miles (243 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Knoxville to Atlanta?

At 1h 6m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 28 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 140 km.

Is the return flight from Atlanta to Knoxville 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 Knoxville to Atlanta?

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 Mc Ghee Tyson for this flight?

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