TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport
Knoxville · United StatesICAO KTYS
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is an airport serving Knoxville, United States, located in the Northern and Western hemispheres at coordinates 35° 48' 39.6" N, 83° 59' 38.4" W. The airport sits at an elevation of 981 feet (299 meters) above sea level. With 17 direct destinations served by 11 airlines, it is a regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is America/New_York (GMT-4).
Destinations
17
Airlines
11
Elevation ft
981/ 299m
America/New York
GMT-4
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Airport Details
IATA Code
TYS
ICAO Code
KTYS
City
Knoxville
Country
United States
Elevation
981 ft
Local Time
12:26 PM (GMT-4)
Coordinates
Latitude:35.8110°
Longitude:-83.9940°
Popular Routes from TYS
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | Atlanta, United States | 152 mi | 0h 47m | short-haul | 62 kg | View |
| LGA | New York, United States | 647 mi | 1h 44m | short-haul | 266 kg | View |
| ORD | Chicago, United States | 475 mi | 1h 24m | short-haul | 195 kg | View |
| CLT | Charlotte, United States | 177 mi | 0h 50m | short-haul | 73 kg | View |
| DCA | Washington, United States | 437 mi | 1h 20m | short-haul | 179 kg | View |
| DEN | Denver, United States | 1,162 mi | 2h 52m | medium-haul | 292 kg | View |
| DFW | Dallas-Fort Worth, United States | 772 mi | 1h 58m | short-haul | 317 kg | View |
| PHL | Philadelphia, United States | 554 mi | 1h 33m | short-haul | 227 kg | View |
| DTW | Detroit, United States | 443 mi | 1h 20m | short-haul | 182 kg | View |
| EWR | Newark, United States | 631 mi | 1h 42m | short-haul | 259 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at TYS
11 active airlines serving McGhee Tyson Airport.
Air France
AFFrance
Alaska Airlines
ASALASKA
Alitalia
AZItaly
Allegiant Air
G4United States
American Airlines
AAUnited States
Delta Air Lines
DLUnited States
Frontier Airlines
F9United States
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLNetherlands
Pinnacle Airlines
9EUnited States
US Airways
USUnited States
United Airlines
UAUnited States
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to McGhee Tyson Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville Regional Airport | AVL | Asheville | United States | 138 km |
| Lovell Field | CHA | Chattanooga | United States | 140 km |
| Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport | TRI | BRISTOL | United States | 161 km |
| Athens Ben Epps Airport | AHN | Athens | United States | 215 km |
| Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport | ATL | Atlanta | United States | 244 km |
| Greenville Spartanburg International Airport | GSP | Greenville | United States | 191 km |
| Blue Grass Airport | LEX | Lexington KY | United States | 253 km |
| Nashville International Airport | BNA | Nashville | United States | 245 km |
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Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 35° 48' 39.6" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 83° 59' 38.4" W
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 35.811001
- Longitude (Decimal)
- -83.994003
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Western
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- America/New_York
- UTC Offset
- GMT-4
- Current Local Time
- 12:26 PM
- Elevation (ft)
- 981 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 299 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for McGhee Tyson Airport?
The IATA code for McGhee Tyson Airport is TYS, and its ICAO code is KTYS. The airport is located in Knoxville, United States.
How many destinations can you fly to from TYS?
There are 17 direct destinations available from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) in Knoxville, United States.
What airlines fly from TYS?
There are 11 airlines operating from TYS, including Air France, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and more.
What timezone is McGhee Tyson Airport in?
McGhee Tyson Airport is in the America/New_York timezone (GMT-4). The airport is located in the Northern and Western hemispheres.
What is the elevation of McGhee Tyson Airport?
McGhee Tyson Airport sits at an elevation of 981 feet (299 meters) above sea level.
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