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McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)

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    Jade H.
    "Allow at least an hour and a half before your flight departure y’all"(15 Tips)
    Kathleen A.
    "Excellent, small airport!!"(14 Tips)
    Jim L.
    "The garlic and cheddar biscuits at Ruby Tuesdays are delicious."(11 Tips)
    Joe
    "Free wi fi and Starbucks just inside the checkpoint."(8 Tips)
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  • Brett L.
    Brett LocklearAugust 7, 2015
    I travel a great deal and this airport by far is the easiest and quickest one I've used, and yes, I fly into some pretty remote areas. Friendly staff, efficient process makes it a joy to use!
  • P L.
    P LJune 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    One of the greatest little airports in the country. If you've got time to kill and need a charge? They've got it. Want a rocking chair? Covered. Ruby Tuesday & Sbux. All you need & nice clean b-rooms
    Upvoted 6 days ago
  • John D.
    John DinkelFebruary 28, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    The entrance to TSA is awesome with the huge water feature and tree. I always stop and enjoy, helps make me feel less rushed.
    Upvoted 4 weeks ago
  • Isabel T.
    Isabel TiptonMarch 21, 2012
    Best airport I've ever been to. Quick, small, extremely clean, and the staff are great. Starbucks just past security. Free wifi and outlets too! Plus, they have an art exhibit to pass the time.
  • Angela M.heart icon on user image
    Angela MooreAugust 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Shop after you get thur security that way you don't have to pull out and rearrange everything. I love this airport. Very easy to use. Very friendly folks.
  • Angela J.
    Angela JonesDecember 29, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Power spot chairs. Great to charge your electronic devices before a flight. A must for all airports.
  • J D.heart icon on user image
    J DJanuary 20, 2019
    Nice, quaint, and welcome airport. It’s just the perfect size. It looks fairly new or newly renovated. It has a Starbucks so everything is complete.
  • Jalaal E.
    Jalaal ElasmarMay 12, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    The airport from first glance is very nice, but you can tell that the owners of the airport are penny pinchers. They make you take your bags to be screened in an different area than where you check in
  • Madison T.
    Madison TurnerOctober 25, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Lee Francis plays live jazz every Tuesday afternoon, a real delight.
    Upvoted Sep 23
  • Michiyo N.heart icon on user image
    Michiyo NakashimaJuly 31, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    I've travelled domestically and internationally, and TYS is easily the fastest and friendliest of all airports I've been to.
  • T W.heart icon on user image
    T WMay 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    FYI... Yes this airport is small. But if your leaving on a flight between 4:30AM and 7AM.. and think you can make your flight checking in late your going to be in for a shock. Get to the airport ASAP!
  • Dhruv S.heart icon on user image
    Dhruv SahniJanuary 30, 2017
    Really tiny airport. But you know what? That's a good thing! Compact and self sufficient with plenty of plug points and seating. It can get noisy though as all the gates are located in one location
  • Bryant T.
    Bryant ThomasJanuary 7, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Don't miss the gourmet chicken tenders at Ruby Tuesdays. You will most likely be on a plane with Knoxville's most well known celebrity, Tina from Survivor.
  • Jill B.
    Jill BSeptember 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Love leaving an hour before my flight with a 30 minute drive & still getting through security with plenty of time to spare. It's small: if you have a delay/cancellation-CALL to get a flight changed!
  • Sh S.
    Sh ShahSeptember 5, 2023
    Clean bathrooms, quick TSA PreCheck, helpful people at the American airlines counter and checked in luggage drop off! Cute bear statues for kids to take photos with before security.
  • Nisha S.
    Nisha SanjurjoDecember 12, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    All these previous tips are correct. But for earlier mid week flights the lines can get LONG for security, give yourself a little longer then you would think those mornings.
  • Go T.heart icon on user image
    Go TaxiNovember 17, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Taking a taxi to or from the airport maybe cheaper than parking your car. (Go Taxi) $2/mile?
  • Josh W.
    Josh WrightSeptember 22, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    TSA at McGhee Tyson Airport is amazing. They can move a line that stretches to the front door through security in 15 minutes. Bravo!
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KelleherAugust 30, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    If you park in garage, try parking nearest 3rd floor bridge / elevator in the center. Easier walk across bridge to Airline Counters & all Airport gates.
  • Sharon C.
    Sharon CawoodJanuary 3, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Security lines were longest I've ever seen this morning. Backed up all the way to the escalator. Went smoothly. Folks nice. Southern hospitality. Even given free cup of hot water for tea at Cinnabon.
  • Allison K.
    Allison KasicMay 24, 2017
    All the stores and restaurants close at 8:30pm. Plan ahead for later flights or get stuck hungry.
  • Ken H.
    Ken HeintzOctober 10, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Disregard the 10 min security tip. @ 630 am the second line is past the start of the waterfall... Please TSA, open all 3 lines during peak times and implement a status only line.
  • Serena S.
    Serena SimmonsAugust 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Great Airport! Rocking chairs, loads of plug ins all over the place, clean, efficent, laid back, good restaurants, cool plane side checked bag return, wifi. some other airports could follow TYS lead.
  • Ken J.heart icon on user image
    Ken JonesSeptember 1, 2015
    Friendly agents and staff. Was immediately met with helpful attendants. Great southern service.
  • Jon M.heart icon on user image
    Jon MayfieldFebruary 5, 2015
    Small airport. If you find yourself with time to kill, hang out by the waterfalls before security. You make your gate in plenty of time.
  • Francis R.
    Francis RaveneauMay 7, 2013
    Get your shoes shined at the classic shine right after security: best shoe shine in the country, no joke!
  • douglas l.heart icon on user image
    douglas lakeAugust 27, 2013
    If you go to McGhee Tyson check out the gift shop the coffee is great...and the employees are very helpful.
  • Kevin M.
    Kevin MullinsJune 23, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    This is my favorite airport. Very friendly, courteous, and professional staff to assist you.
  • Shaun C.
    Shaun CassellsMarch 22, 2013
    Free high speed wifi 6 down 4 up. Easy access to bathrooms and power. Nice rocking chairs on the ends.
  • Cheri J.
    Cheri JohnsonJune 27, 2013
    Always a pleasure being here great people working on this airport make it a great small little airport to go, through
  • Shauna E.
    Shauna ElasmarApril 12, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Ruby Tuesday’s food is the best at the airport. Starbucks coffee is the best coffee.
  • Heather H.
    Heather H.December 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Love this airport. It may be small. But. Security is friendly. Comfy rocking chairs. New Starbucks. Relaxing atmosphere.
  • Josh W.
    Josh WrightOctober 28, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Great airport, clean, easy to get in and out, and usually a quick security line.
  • Vicky P.
    Vicky PowellSeptember 3, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Such a nice airport to come in and go out of. Fast baggage service and nice people.
  • Samantha I.
    Samantha IsaacsAugust 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Love that they have charging spots everywhere!!! Very friendly staff & super clean. w2g tys!
  • Jan F.heart icon on user image
    Jan FreemanApril 16, 2017
    Small airport, 12 gates. Lots of food choices. Very clean. Nicely remodeled. Check out the Ruby Tuesday's.
  • Rachel H.
    Rachel HughesNovember 17, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    If you check in outside at curbside, often they won't weigh your bag. Can save you some $$ if you're it's a little over 50lbs!
  • Sarah M.
    Sarah MuntzNovember 28, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Beautiful, calm, convenient, clean, friendly people - the ideal small airport. Well done.
  • Kate H.
    Kate HJanuary 15, 2020
    Convenient, small airport with reasonable flight option. Nice and clean. Could use more dining options.
  • George M.
    George MarkomanolisJune 14, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Sometimes a small airport is really great, I enjoy how fast I get out and most of the times in.
  • Brian T.
    Brian TankersleyJune 5, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    You can usually park really close to the front door of the departures entrance to the terminal. Go into long term parking to the roof, and then drive around to the section near bridge to terminal
  • Jamie W.
    Jamie WilsonJuly 24, 2011
    Usually best to keep the Windows closed and keep your arms and legs inside the aircraft at all times for a more enjoyable experience.
  • Zombieheart icon on user image
    ZombieSeptember 6, 2014
    Check out the art show that changes every few months.
  • Joe
    JoeAugust 9, 2012
    Friendliest TSA I've seen. Free wi fi and Starbucks just inside the checkpoint. Nice.
  • Jessica L.
    Jessica LeboeufMarch 27, 2012
    Rocking chairs & free wifi = win / everything closes @7pm even with 8:30pm flights on the schedule = fail!
  • John H.
    John HumanNovember 21, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    It's nice to have a good experience in an airport every once and a while. TYS makes me wish all airports were this small.
  • Colby M.
    Colby McLemoreJuly 28, 2013
    There is a cell phone parking lot that you can wait in and save money on the parking.
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HowlandSeptember 24, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Small, efficient, and easy small airport. Starbucks is good.
  • Brian T.
    Brian TankersleyJune 5, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    ATM's Outside Security: 1st TN/Suntrust are OUTSIDE SECURITY just past the gift shop. Inside Security: Regions ATM by Food Court/restrooms to right after TSA. Indep ATM past Ruby Tuesday nr Gate 1
  • Brandon M.
    Brandon MDecember 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't get lost at their one concourse and 12 gates! In a hurry? Don't worry, security lines are usually short and quick.
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