Flying from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is 14 hours behind Tokyo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to TYS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as March? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to TYS leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
HND is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda International Airport:
78% of flights that depart Tokyo Haneda International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Break up your flight from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Tokyo Narita International Airport and TYS are:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Tokyo to TYS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Tokyo Narita International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near TYS:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight.
The street address for TYS is 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Getting from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
Central Knoxville is around 24 kilometres from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
At the moment, $762 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,356. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tokyo to TYS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
January is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), while June is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Knoxville based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Tokyo to TYS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Knoxville to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Knoxville
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Knoxville right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Ijams Nature Centre, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and World's Fair Park are leading attractions which should be on every Knoxville itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Knoxville is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres east of Knoxville, a trip to Charlotte will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 257 kilometres west of Knoxville, Nashville is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.