Fly & Drive guide
Fly into TYS, drive to Cumberland Falls
Your route
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport
Cumberland Falls
About 2 h 18 min · 103 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to TYS
Compare fares into McGhee Tyson Airport.
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02Car at TYS
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Cumberland Falls. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Cumberland Falls
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Cumberland Falls
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04Cabins & homes near Cumberland Falls
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Moonbow Viewing and Lodge Reservations
Entry to the state park is generally open, but the historic DuPont Lodge and riverside campsites require advance booking, especially during the 5-day moonbow window. Official moonbow dates are published annually; verify these and specific viewing area access with Kentucky State Parks.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
April – June, September – October
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Cumberland Falls?
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from TYS to Cumberland Falls?
Roughly 2 h 18 min (about 103 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Cumberland Falls?
Entry to the state park is generally open, but the historic DuPont Lodge and riverside campsites require advance booking, especially during the 5-day moonbow window. Official moonbow dates are published annually; verify these and specific viewing area access with Kentucky State Parks.
