McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) in Alcoa, adjacent to Knoxville, is the nearest major commercial airport to Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. For passengers going to the Great Smoky Mountains and Dollywood, it is the most practical airport. Dollywood is around an hour's drive from the airport, depending on the precise route and traffic.

Flights to and from a number of significant American cities are available from McGhee Tyson Airport. To get to Pigeon Forge after arriving, tourists can take a taxi, hire a car, or use a ridesharing service. For tourists who wish to visit Gatlinburg, Sevierville, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, renting a car is frequently a practical choice.