Charlotte to Knoxville flights
Knoxville lies 290 km (180 mi) west of Charlotte, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Charlotte | Knoxville | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 911,311 | 190,740 |
| Elevation | 272 m (892 ft) | 277 m (909 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Nearest large airport | CLT, 9 km out | TYS, 18 km out |
| Postal codes | 28201–28299 | 37901–37998 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Charlotte
Charlotte is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA, 22 km).
Arriving in Knoxville
Knoxville is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 10,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McGhee Tyson Airport | TYS | 18 km (11 mi) | 10,000 ft | 981 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Knoxville from Charlotte?
290 km (180 mi) in a straight line, west of Charlotte.
How long does it take to get from Charlotte to Knoxville by air?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Charlotte and Knoxville?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Which airports are used for Charlotte to Knoxville flights?
Typically Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.