Charter route · Southeast
Dallas → Knoxville
KADS → KTYS · 658 nm · 1h 57m typical block · $19,500–$27,500 midsize jet
658 nm
Distance
1h 57m
Block time (midsize jet)
$19,500–$27,500
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Dallas–Knoxville run covers 658 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 57m block time from KADS to KTYS.
Knoxville peaks Year-round — strongest demand around winter and spring and summer and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KTYS tighten around holidays and major events.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 2h 48m | $8,500–$12,000 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 2h 00m | $14,000–$19,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 57m | $19,500–$27,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 52m | $22,500–$31,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 50m | $31,000–$43,500 |
Estimates only — class rate card × block time on great-circle distance +8% routing, the same math as the cost estimator. Real quotes vary with dates, positioning, and demand.
Airport options
Dallas, TX
- Addison AirportPrimaryKADS
- Dallas Love FieldKDAL
- Fort Worth Meacham International AirportKFTW
- Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportKAFW
Nearby alternates
Dallas destination guide →Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
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04 / Answers
Dallas to Knoxville: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Dallas to Knoxville?
The trip covers about 658 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 57m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 2h 00m, a heavy jet about 1h 50m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Dallas to Knoxville cost?
One-way estimates run $19,500–$27,500 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $8,500 (turboprop) to $43,500 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Dallas and Knoxville?
Departures typically use KADS, KDAL, KFTW, KAFW; arrivals use KTYS. When KTYS is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KRHP, KCSV, KAVL, KCHA.
What size aircraft is right for Dallas to Knoxville?
At 658 nm, most charters book a midsize jet (Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR, 7–9 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Dallas to Knoxville?
Empty legs on this route are posted by operators as repositioning flights come up — they clear in hours, not days. Watch the empty-legs board or set an alert to catch the next one.