Direct (nonstop) flights from Knoxville to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 442 miles (712 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 45m
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
TYS → DTW
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
442 mi

Alternative Routes

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

TYS BNA (Nashville) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 3m (152 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (455 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → BNA
1h 3m · 152 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → DTW
1h 41m · 455 mi
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TYS MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (459 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → MDW
1h 35m · 459 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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TYS ATL (Atlanta) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 6m (151 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (593 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+99% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → ATL
1h 6m · 151 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → DTW
1h 59m · 593 mi
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TYS IAD (Dulles) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (420 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (383 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → IAD
1h 35m · 420 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → DTW
1h 37m · 383 mi
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TYS MEM (Memphis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 19m (342 mi) Leg 2: 1h 53m (610 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → MEM
1h 19m · 342 mi
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Leg 2
MEM → DTW
1h 53m · 610 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Knoxville to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Knoxville (TYS) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 442 miles (712 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Knoxville to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Knoxville to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Knoxville from Detroit?

The flight distance from Knoxville to Detroit 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 Knoxville to Detroit?

At 1h 45m, 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 Detroit?

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

Is the return flight from Detroit 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 Detroit?

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.