Airport Comparison
| SLC | TYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Salt Lake City International Airport | Mc Ghee Tyson Airport |
| IATA Code | SLC | TYS |
| ICAO Code | KSLC | KTYS |
| City | Salt Lake City | Knoxville |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 4,231 ft | 986 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.790000, -111.980000 | 35.810000, -83.990000 |
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Knoxville (TYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States to Mc Ghee Tyson Airport (TYS) in Knoxville, United States is 2,493 kilometers (1,549 miles / 1,346 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 01:42 in Salt Lake City, it's 03:42 in Knoxville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,244 feet between the two airports. Mc Ghee Tyson Airport sits lower than Salt Lake City International Airport.
The return flight from Knoxville (TYS) to Salt Lake City (SLC) follows a heading of 291° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Mc Ghee Tyson Airport (TYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.