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$109+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$443
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/96:38 amTYS - LAS
1 stop17h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/276:45 amLAS - TYS
Nonstop3h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/22:14 pmTYS - LAS
Nonstop4h 24mAllegiant Air
Fri 6/206:45 amLAS - TYS
Nonstop3h 53mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/286:28 pmTYS - RNO
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/3110:51 amRNO - TYS
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/25:45 amTYS - LAS
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Sat 7/51:11 pmLAS - TYS
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/30$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/255:30 pmTYS - LAS
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Thu 5/296:00 amLAS - TYS
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:30 pmTYS - ONT
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Wed 5/285:21 pmONT - TYS
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/215:20 amTYS - SMF
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/256:13 amSMF - TYS
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/206:39 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/272:54 pmSAN - TYS
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:30 pmTYS - LAX
1 stop19h 32mFrontier
Wed 5/2811:45 amLAX - TYS
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/214:10 pmTYS - LAS
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/266:07 amLAS - TYS
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/196:25 pmTYS - ONT
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/911:59 pmONT - TYS
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/287:00 amTYS - SNA
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/47:45 amSNA - TYS
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to California that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/9

6:38 am-9:09 pm

1 stop17h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/27

6:45 am-1:38 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

$198

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/2

2:14 pm-3:38 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 6/20

6:45 am-1:38 pm

Nonstop3h 53m

$206

KnoxvilleReno

TYS - RNO

TYSRNO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/28

6:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Reno

Sat 5/31

10:51 am-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$229

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/2

5:45 am-9:22 am

1 stop6h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/5

1:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$237

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 5/25

5:30 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$238

KnoxvilleOntario

TYS - ONT

TYSONT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/22

5:30 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Ontario

Wed 5/28

5:21 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$249

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/21

5:20 am-10:19 am

1 stop7h 59m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/25

6:13 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$250

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 9/20

6:39 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 46m

San Diego

Sat 9/27

2:54 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$277

KnoxvilleLos Angeles

TYS - LAX

TYSLAX

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/22

5:30 pm-10:02 am

1 stop19h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

11:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$278

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/21

4:10 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/26

6:07 am-5:31 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$285

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Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to California (average of $246). Flying from Knoxville to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TYS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Knoxville to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Knoxville to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to California?

    Most people fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) if they book a flight from Knoxville to California. Knoxville McGhee Tyson is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Knoxville’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Knoxville to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $115. Users have also found prices from $119 and $120 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Knoxville to California?

    While some choose either Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Los Angeles or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Reno, Knoxville McGhee Tyson - San Francisco is the most popular route from Knoxville to California.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to California (average of $246). Flying from Knoxville to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 5 airlines flying from Knoxville to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to California. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$280Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$366Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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