MCO (Orlando) to TYS (Knoxville) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 87 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MCO → TYS
MCO (Orlando) to TYS (Knoxville)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs Allegiant Air at 72%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 89% on time; Allegiant Air trails at 72%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MCO
75% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MCO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at TYS
80% on timeWhen flights into TYS are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TYS: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.