Direct (nonstop) flights from Knoxville to Philadelphia

2 airlines fly nonstop from Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 554 miles (892 km), about 1h 57m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Allegiant Air.

TYS
Mc Ghee Tyson
🇺🇸 Knoxville, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
554 mi
892 km
CO₂/pax
103 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
American Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Allegiant Air Allegiant Air

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
TYS → PHL
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
554 mi
Allegiant Air G4 Allegiant Air
Route
TYS → PHL
Flight Time
1h 57m
Distance
554 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Knoxville to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 103 kg CO₂ per passenger

TYS IAD (Dulles) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (420 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (134 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → IAD
1h 35m · 420 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → PHL
1h 15m · 134 mi
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TYS DCA (Washington) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 42m (436 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (119 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → DCA
1h 42m · 436 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → PHL
1h 14m · 119 mi
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TYS ATL (Atlanta) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 6m (151 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (667 mi) Total: ~3h 7m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → ATL
1h 6m · 151 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → PHL
2h 1m · 667 mi
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TYS CLT (Charlotte) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 25m (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (447 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → CLT
1h 25m · 176 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → PHL
1h 46m · 447 mi
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TYS BNA (Nashville) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 3m (152 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (674 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYS → BNA
1h 3m · 152 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → PHL
2h 8m · 674 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Knoxville to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Knoxville (TYS) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 57 minutes. The distance is 554 miles (892 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Knoxville to Philadelphia?

2 airlines: American Airlines, Allegiant Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Knoxville to Philadelphia?

Yes. 2 airlines: American Airlines, Allegiant Air.

How far is Knoxville from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Knoxville to Philadelphia is 554 miles (892 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Knoxville to Philadelphia?

At 1h 57m, 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 Philadelphia?

Roughly 103 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 515 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

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.