# TYS — McGhee Tyson Airport > Machine-readable reference for TYS. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/tys HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/tys Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/tys.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/TYS.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-03T00:24:10.017+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: McGhee Tyson Airport - IATA: TYS - ICAO: KTYS - City: Knoxville/Maryville - Country: US (US) - Timezone: America/New_York - Distance from city: 12 miles (19 km) south of Knoxville - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 1 - Official website: https://flyknoxville.com ## Overview Welcome McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is more than just a transportation hub; it serves as a gateway to both the urban vibe of Knoxville and the natural beauty of the Smokies. This small regional airport sports a distinctly local feel, prioritizing practicality over flashiness. Its compact design makes navigation a breeze, bolstered by strong Wi-Fi throughout the terminal and a surprisingly solid range of food options, given its size. However, bear in mind that most concessions shut down by 7:00 PM, which can make late-night travel planning essential to avoid disappointment. At a glance Passengers per year: Data not specified Runways: 2 Terminals: Main Terminal Distance from Knoxville: 12 miles (19 km) south Hubs: None Terminals & layout The Main Terminal at TYS is compact and easy to navigate, with a layout spread over two levels. Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines operate here, so expect most flights to serve regional or domestic routes. Security-side amenities, such as food and retail outlets and the Mamava pod, are conveniently clustered near the checkpoint. This practical setup allows travelers to orient themselves easily after screening. Despite its small size… ## Terminals (1) - **Main Terminal** — airlines: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/terminals/main-terminal ## Dining (5) - **Cinnabon** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/restaurants/cinnabon - **Quiznos Subs** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/restaurants/quiznos-subs - **Ruby Tuesday** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/restaurants/ruby-tuesday - **Starbucks Coffee** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/restaurants/starbucks-coffee - **Uno Express Pizza** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/restaurants/uno-express-pizza ## Shops (3) - **Gift shop** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/shops/gift-shop - **Smoky Mountain Travel Mart** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/shops/smoky-mountain-travel-mart - **Tennessee Marketplace** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/shops/tennessee-marketplace ## Parking (9) - **Accessible Parking** — Parking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/accessible-parking - **Economy Lot C** — Remote · $8.00/day · 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/economy-lot-c - **Economy Lot G** — Surface lot · $13/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/economy-lot-g - **Economy Lot Parking** — Economy lot · $11/day, 1/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/economy-lot-parking - **Long-Term Parking** — Long stay · $10.00/day, $1.50/hr, $60.00/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/long-term-parking - **Parking Garage** — Garage · $22/day, 1/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/parking-garage - **Phone & Wait Lot** — Free lot · $0/day URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/phone-wait-lot - **Short-Term Parking** — Short stay · $12.00/day, $2.00/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/short-term-parking - **Terminal Lot Parking** — Short-term lot · $16/day, 1/hr URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/parking/terminal-lot-parking ## Ground transport (8) - **Airport Economy Parking Shuttle** — Shuttle URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/airport-economy-parking-shuttle - **Charters** — Ground transportation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/charters - **Hotel shuttles** — Ground transportation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/hotel-shuttles - **Rental cars** — Ground transportation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/rental-cars - **Ride shares** — Ground transportation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/ride-shares - **Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) at TYS** — Rideshare · 20-30 min to downtown URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/rideshare-uber-lyft-at-tys - **Taxi from TYS to Downtown Knoxville** — Taxi · 20-30 min to downtown URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/taxi-from-tys-to-downtown-knoxville - **Taxis** — Ground transportation URL: https://airport.flights/airport/tys/transport/taxis ## Insider tips - _Time_: If you want food after a long flight, plan carefully, as many concessions close by 7:00 PM. - _Insider_: Seek out the airside rocking-chair seating by the glass wall for an excellent place to rest. - _Money_: The free Phone & Wait Lot behind the Airport Hilton is ideal for pickups without paying parking fees. - _Local_: Tennessee Marketplace is perfect for local grab-and-go shopping airside. - _Avoid_: Be prepared for limited late-night options, as the terminal can seem quite deserted after hours. - _Quiet_: The airport lacks dedicated quiet rooms, but the panoramic glass-façade area is relatively peaceful. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/TYS.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/tys/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/tys/departures — HTML page with live departures