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$393+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield (TYS - BFL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — BFL
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Bakersfield

Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Bakersfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/164:09 pm
TYS
-
BFL
1 stop8h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 5/247:00 am
BFL
-
TYS
1 stop6h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/314:25 pm
TYS
-
BFL
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Tue 2/35:10 am
BFL
-
TYS
1 stop7h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$528
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/55:40 am
TYS
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BFL
2 stops9h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 4/116:00 am
BFL
-
TYS
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$559

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Bakersfield (BFL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$393
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$358
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KnoxvilleBakersfield

TYS - BFL

TYSBFL

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/16

4:09 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Sun 5/24

7:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$393

KnoxvilleBakersfield

TYS - BFL

TYSBFL

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/26

5:31 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Bakersfield Meadows Field

Wed 6/3

7:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$619

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Deals found on 1/25

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Knoxville to Bakersfield in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Bakersfield flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Bakersfield flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-Bakersfield flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Knoxville-Bakersfield flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield (average of $151). Flying from Knoxville to Bakersfield in November is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Bakersfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bakersfield. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bakersfield. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Knoxville to Bakersfield to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Knoxville to Bakersfield. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Knoxville to Bakersfield in about 8h 24m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Knoxville to Bakersfield is about 1958 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Bakersfield round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($218), and United Airlines ($330) offers the cheapest pricing from Knoxville to Bakersfield. American Airlines is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Knoxville to Bakersfield flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Bakersfield by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Bakersfield (average of $151). Flying from Knoxville to Bakersfield in November is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Knoxville to Bakersfield

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Bakersfield. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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