KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — McGhee Tyson Airport experienced increased passenger numbers on Wednesday, according to a spokesperson from the airport.
The increased numbers are coming from both holiday travel and Volunteer fans heading to Miami for the Orange Bowl, the spokesperson said.
Delta added four flights from McGhee Tyson to Miami International Airport for Vol fans who are Orange Bowl bound. The flights will be added to Delta's existing schedule from today through Sunday, Jan. 1, according to the spokesperson.
Tennessee will play against Clemson in the Orange Bowl on Friday, Dec. 30 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.