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TYS

McGhee Tyson Airport

Knoxville, United States

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Uber/Lyft and reserved taxis are the practical choices; there is no regular Knoxville Area Transit airport route

Uber/Lyft and reserved taxis are the practical choices; there is no regular Knoxville Area Transit airport route. Rideshare is outside the lower level directly to the right; taxis are on the north side of the terminal. The airport explicitly warns app rides may be unavailable off-peak, so advance planning matters more here than at most US airports.

Ride Options

Uber

rideshare

Outside the lower level, directly to the right after exiting.

AvailabilityAirport-listed provider; follow current app and airport signs.
Pickup NoteOutside the lower level, directly to the right after exiting.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Lyft

rideshare

Same lower-level area.

AvailabilityAirport-listed provider; follow current app and airport signs.
Pickup NoteSame lower-level area.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Reserved taxi

taxi

Reserved taxi pickup on the north side of the terminal

AvailabilityAirport-listed taxi service.
Pickup NoteNorth side of the terminal, accessible from baggage claim. Airport recommends advance reservations.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost

Pre-arranged charter / car service

shuttle

For guaranteed pickup, groups, or regional destinations.

AvailabilityArrange with the operator.
Pickup NoteFor guaranteed pickup, groups, or regional destinations.
Convenience
Relative costCost varies

Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Rideshare uses the lower level, directly to the right after exiting; app rides may be unavailable off-peak.

Taxi

Taxi uses the north side of the terminal from baggage claim; the airport recommends advance reservations.

Shuttle

Pre-arranged charter and car services are arranged with operators for guaranteed pickup, groups, or regional destinations.

Transit

Knoxville Area Transit operates no regular airport route.

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Local Tips

  • For Uber/Lyft, exit the lower level and turn directly right.
  • Reserve a taxi or app ride ahead for off-peak arrivals — the airport explicitly warns about limited availability.
  • Knoxville Area Transit does not operate a regular airport route.
  • Expect altered lower-level traffic flow and no curb parking through spring 2027; use the Phone & Wait Lot.
  • Ignore unsolicited transportation offers; use app-confirmed, reserved, or airport-recognized providers.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Uber at TYS?

Outside the lower level, directly to the right after exiting.

Does Knoxville city transit serve McGhee Tyson Airport?

No — KAT does not operate a regular airport route.

Should I reserve a taxi or rideshare at TYS?

For off-peak or late arrivals, yes. The airport warns that app rides may not always be available.