McGhee Tyson Airport is expecting higher than normal passenger traffic due to Memorial Day travel starting Friday, May 23, 2025, continuing throughout the summer. With an increased number of travelers in the airport, it is important to use the following tips when traveling during those dates: These tips will help you navigate McGhee Tyson Airport […]
On May 21, 2025, Allegiant began service from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Gulf Shores International Airport (GUF) in Alabama! The new flights will operate up to two times weekly. Flight days, times and the lowest fares can be found only at Allegiant.com.
Allegiant announced five new nonstop routes to eight cities around the country. The routes, launching this fall, will provide the only nonstop service between these cities. Additionally, the airline added an intrastate route for travelers in Tennessee. “This expansion caters to passengers and communities we feel have been overlooked by other carriers,” said Drew Wells, […]
Starting May 5, 2025, the Alcoa Hwy South On-Ramp (ramp exiting the airport property going towards Blount County) will be shut down for reconfiguration. Vehicles will be detoured via signage and will exit the airport through the Hunt Road Intersection. This reconstruction and reconfiguration is a part of our Parking Garage Expansion and Terminal Roadway […]
This April Fool’s Day joke was so popular last year, we decided to bring it back again! While stocking the stream is a joke, we weren’t joking when we said that the airport will be busy this summer. With more airlines, new flights, 30+ nonstop destinations, and larger aircraft serving our market, we’re anticipating this […]
Starting May 7, 2025, you will need a REAL ID or another approved Federally-issued ID, such as a passport, to travel in the US. Our latest podcast episode dives into the what, when, and why of REAL ID. Listen on your favorite podcast platform or click here.
Starting Thursday, March 6, 2025, through Monday, March 24, 2025, McGhee Tyson Airport is expecting higher than normal passenger traffic due to Spring Break travel. With an increased number of travelers in the airport, it is important to be aware of the following information when traveling during those dates: These tips will help you navigate […]
On February 14, 2025, Allegiant began service from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) in Florida. “We are excited to begin connecting Knoxville and Sarasota with Allegiant’s unique brand of ultra-low-cost, all-nonstop flights,” said Allegiant’s Chief Commercial Officer, Drew Wells. “This addition, part of a larger milestone expansion for Allegiant, will connect […]
2024 was a record-breaking year at TYS! McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) welcomed 3.3 MILLION passengers, marking a 17.8% increase over 2023. In addition, here are a few more numbers of interest. In 2024 at TYS: To everyone who traveled with us this year: THANK YOU! Chances are, you’ve noticed just how busy we’ve been. If […]
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – After more than a decade of planning and construction, Runway5L-23R is now open for air traffic, making McGhee Tyson Airport a two-runway airport once again. “The opening of this new runway is a significant accomplishment for our airport system and allows us to build upon our $2.1 billion economic impact to the […]