We have great news for travelers at McGhee Tyson Airport—our terminal escalators are officially open and back in service! After months of planning, construction, and careful coordination, the Escalator Replacement Project has reached an exciting milestone: passengers can once again enjoy a smoother, more convenient way to move between levels in the terminal. A Big […]
Background The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) is a federal law that requires federal agencies to study potential environmental impacts of proposed projects to make more informed decisions. An Environmental Assessment (EA) identifies and assesses whether the project will affect the environment and offers any reasonable alternatives. For airports, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is […]
The holidays are officially here — which means twinkling lights, full suitcases, and one very busy McGhee Tyson Airport! Whether you’re heading home, chasing sunshine, or welcoming loved ones to East Tennessee, we’re here to help make your trip as smooth as possible. As a heads-up: passenger traffic is expected to be higher than usual […]
We recently welcomed Knox Service Dogs to McGhee Tyson Airport for a hands-on training session designed to help service dogs and their handlers get comfortable in an airport environment. The group practiced navigating the TSA Security Checkpoint and busy terminal areas—important preparation for future travel days. The dogs also tested our Service Animal Relief Area […]
On September 3, 2025, Allegiant began service from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Memphis International Airport (MEM)! This new flight will operate seasonally two times a week. Flight days, times and the lowest fares can be found only at Allegiant.com.
It was a wild day at TYS! We’re celebrating American Zoo Day with some special guests from Zoo Knoxville — yes, real animals at the airport! Travelers got an up-close look at some amazing creatures: Pedzi, a porcupine, and Einstein, an African grey parrot. And Einstein also happens to be a special guest on our […]
Out of the top 100 major US airports, McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the fastest-growing airport by passenger percentage increase for Calendar Year 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The ranking, based on USDOT data, reflects passenger numbers from all four quarters of 2024. Passenger traffic at McGhee Tyson increased over 18% in 2024 vs 2023, is […]
Allegiant announced 44 new nonstop routes nationwide, including eleven routes to three new cities: Gulf Shores, Alabama, Colorado Springs, Colorado and Columbia, South Carolina. The new routes from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) include: For flight information: AllegiantAir.com. “We’re excited to announce that Allegiant is expanding nationwide, offering even more travel options to our customers,” said Drew Wells, […]
The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority (MKAA) hosted a ceremonial event today to officially break ground on the Parking Garage Expansion and Terminal Roadway Improvement Project and to announce the launch of Flight Plan, a major expansion and renovation program designed to accommodate the significant passenger growth at McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Flight Plan is a […]
During the July Board of Commissioners Meeting, Allison Page, President of Magnolia Network, took the Oath of Office to begin her seven-year term as commissioner for the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. In addition to her role as a commissioner, she will also serve on the Aviation Operations and Services Committee as well as the Administration […]
