Airport Hotels

Hotels near McGhee Tyson Airport

Whether you need a same-night room after a late arrival or want to minimize your door-to-gate time on an early morning flight, TYS has options: 1 on-site hotel connected to the terminal and 3 nearby properties with free 24-hour shuttles. Rates shown are typical starting points — prices change by date and demand.

Are there hotels connected to TYS?

Yes — Hilton Knoxville Airport is directly connected to TYS without requiring an outdoor transfer or shuttle.

Which hotels near TYS offer free shuttles?

The following properties are within 1.3 miles of TYS and operate complimentary airport shuttles. Call from baggage claim and the van is typically there within 10–15 minutes.

Rates are typical starting points and change by date. A ✓ means a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle — call the hotel from baggage claim before you head outside.

How do I get from TYS to my hotel?

Rideshare: $8–$15 Uber/Lyft to most airport-area hotels. Uber and Lyft pick up at the designated rideshare zone on the arrivals/lower level — follow the in-app pin rather than the street signs, as pickup spots at TYS are managed through the apps.

Hotel shuttles: The Hilton Knoxville Airport is the only on-site option, reachable on foot via a covered walkway from the terminal — no shuttle wait needed. Hampton Inn (shuttle roughly 4:30am–midnight) and La Quinta (shuttle roughly 7am–11pm) run on limited schedules, while Best Western advertises a free 24/7 shuttle; call ahead to confirm pickup regardless of which you choose.

How far is TYS from Knoxville?

McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is approximately 12 miles from Knoxville. That translates to roughly 20–40 minutes by car or rideshare, depending on traffic. If you have an early morning flight and want to cut your commute to near-zero, an airport-area hotel with a free shuttle beats the drive in most situations — especially when you factor in parking costs.

For more on ground transport options between TYS and Knoxville, including taxis, transit, and the cell-phone waiting lot, see the full TYS getting-around guide.

When is the best time to book hotels near TYS?

Airport hotels near TYS fill fastest around major holidays, long weekends, and large local events — rates can jump 40–80% in the days before high-demand dates. As a general rule, 2–4 weeks in advance gives you a solid range of options at reasonable prices. For summer travel (June through August) and the Thanksgiving/Christmas window, booking 6–8 weeks out is worth the extra planning.

For same-night stays — the kind you need after a diverted or badly delayed flight — airport hotels are typically the fastest to book and closest to the exit. Having the hotel app downloaded before you travel means you can secure a room before you even reach baggage claim. Rates for same-night walk-in bookings are almost always higher than advance reservations.

Midweek nights (Tuesday and Wednesday) at airport hotels near TYS are reliably cheaper than weekend nights — if your itinerary is flexible, shifting an overnight stay by a day or two can save $30–$70 per night.

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See also: TYS TSA wait times · Getting to/from TYS · TYS airport parking