Direct (nonstop) flights from Knoxville to Minneapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) to Minneapolis St Paul International (MSP). It's 792 miles (1,274 km), about 2h 34m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
MSP
Minneapolis St Paul International
🇺🇸 Minneapolis, USA
Flight Time
2h 34m
Distance
792 mi
1,274 km
CO₂/pax
147 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
TYS → MSP
Flight Time
2h 34m
Distance
792 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Knoxville to Minneapolis with one stop · direct emits 147 kg CO₂ per passenger

TYS MDW (Chicago) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 35m (459 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (349 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → MDW
1h 35m · 459 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → MSP
1h 34m · 349 mi
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TYS BNA (Nashville) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 3m (152 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (694 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → BNA
1h 3m · 152 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → MSP
2h 11m · 694 mi
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TYS MEM (Memphis) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 19m (342 mi) Leg 2: 2h 16m (700 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → MEM
1h 19m · 342 mi
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Leg 2
MEM → MSP
2h 16m · 700 mi
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TYS DTW (Detroit) MSP
Leg 1: 1h 45m (442 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → DTW
1h 45m · 442 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → MSP
1h 51m · 528 mi
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TYS ORD (Chicago) MSP
Leg 1: 2h 2m (475 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → ORD
2h 2m · 475 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → MSP
1h 38m · 334 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Knoxville to Minneapolis?

A nonstop flight from Knoxville (TYS) to Minneapolis (MSP) takes approximately 2 hours and 34 minutes. The distance is 792 miles (1,274 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Knoxville to Minneapolis?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Knoxville to Minneapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Knoxville from Minneapolis?

The flight distance from Knoxville to Minneapolis is 792 miles (1,274 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 Knoxville to Minneapolis?

At 2h 34m, 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 Knoxville to Minneapolis?

Roughly 147 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 735 km.

Is the return flight from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?

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.