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Current TYS nonstop carriers: Southwest Airlines.
Knoxville flight guide
Nonstop Flights From Knoxville to Tampa Bay
Current route truth from McGhee Tyson Airport plus live date-based Google Flights results when you need them.
The short answer
Yes — Knoxville flies nonstop to Tampa Bay.
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) currently lists nonstop service to Tampa Bay through Tampa (TPA) and St. Petersburg / Tampa Bay (PIE).
Quick facts
- Leaving from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), Knoxville
- Destination Tampa Bay
- Current nonstop Yes
- Route status checked 2026-10-28
- Airports Tampa (TPA) and St. Petersburg / Tampa Bay (PIE)
- Airlines Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air
Which Tampa Bay airport should you use?
This market has more than one airport with current nonstop service from Knoxville. The right choice depends on where you are actually going after you land, so compare the airport code before booking.
PIE
St. Petersburg / Tampa Bay
Current TYS nonstop carriers: Allegiant Air.
Airlines flying nonstop from Knoxville to Tampa Bay
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines is listed by TYS as a current nonstop carrier in this destination market.
See Southwest Airlines flights from Knoxville →Allegiant Air
Allegiant Air is listed by TYS as a current nonstop carrier in this destination market.
See Allegiant Air flights from Knoxville →What matters most for this route
Airport choice
Knoxville currently reaches both St. Pete-Clearwater (PIE) and Tampa International (TPA) nonstop. PIE is the Allegiant airport and can be especially convenient for St. Petersburg and Clearwater-area trips; TPA is the Southwest airport and is the larger mainstream airport for Tampa and broader regional access.
Who this route works best for
Tampa Bay is a true two-airport decision. Choose based on where you are staying, which airline fits your trip, and ground transportation—not just the first fare you see.
Worth comparing: If your trip is farther south on Florida's Gulf Coast, also compare Sarasota (SRQ) and Punta Gorda (PGD) before booking.
Search live Knoxville-to-Tampa Bay flights
Search current Google Flights results from Knoxville (TYS). This checks live flight options when you submit the form rather than relying on a stale fare table.
Plan the Knoxville side of your trip
How early should you arrive at TYS?
Normal, peak-period and checked-bag timing guidance.
Which TYS parking lot should you use?
Compare garage, terminal and economy options by cost and convenience.
Pickup and dropoff
Upper level vs. lower level, Phone & Wait Lot and rideshare pickup.
Rental cars at Knoxville airport
Counter location, return location and current on-airport companies.
Common questions
Is this route really nonstop?
Yes. The airport(s) shown above are on McGhee Tyson Airport's current official nonstop destination list.
Do the same flights operate every day?
Not necessarily. Airline schedules can vary by weekday and season. Use the live date search for your actual travel dates rather than assuming daily service.
Are the fares on this page guaranteed?
No. Any displayed fare is an observation from a specific search or snapshot. Airline inventory and pricing can change quickly.
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Parent guide
All nonstop flights from Knoxville
Return to the full TYS nonstop network.
Southwest Airlines flights from Knoxville
See every current TYS nonstop route on Southwest Airlines.
Allegiant Air flights from Knoxville
See every current TYS nonstop route on Allegiant Air.
Florida nonstop flights
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Nonstop beach destinations
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Knoxville Airport Guide
Parking, TSA timing, pickup and ground transportation at TYS.
Route information last checked: 2026-10-28. Current nonstop-route status is based onMcGhee Tyson Airport's official nonstop destination list. Individual airline schedules can change.See how we verify flight information →