If you’re traveling through McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to get to your spring break destination, expect more planes, people, and cars at the airport. Last year, the airport served 2.8 million passengers, which was a 13.6% increase over 2022. That growth could be attributed to more people discovering that East Tennessee is a great place to visit, but it’s also … Read More
Allegiant Announces New Routes to Missouri, Florida and Indiana
KNOXVILLE, TN Feb. 12, 2024– Allegiant Travel Company today announced 10 new nonstop routes to 14 cities around the country. The routes, launching in June, will provide the only nonstop service between these cities. “This expansion caters to passengers and communities we feel have been overlooked by other carriers,” said Drew Wells, Allegiant’s chief revenue officer. “Allegiant’s unique business model, connecting small-to-medium … Read More
Frontier Adding New Flights to Philadelphia
February 7, 2024: Frontier Airlines announced new flights to Philadelphia International Airport starting May 16, 2024. This is the second air service announcement for the airport this week. “When you have community support and a growing region, airlines take notice,” said Patrick Wilson, MKAA President. “Today’s announcement by Frontier Airlines is a result of our efforts in making the best … Read More
Hello, Avelo! New Airline Joins TYS
February 6, 2024: Avelo Airlines announced today exclusive nonstop service between Knoxville’s McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) and Southern Connecticut’s most convenient airport – Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN). Avelo is the first and only airline offering nonstop service between The Great Smoky Mountains and Southern Connecticut. Beginning May 9, 2024, Avelo will operate this route twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, … Read More
