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$442+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to China

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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SHA
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Knoxville to China flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,152
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$442
(Kiwi.com)
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to China
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 10/157:05 amTYS - PVG
1 stop19h 45mAmerican Airlines
lun. 10/205:00 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop18h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,152
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/77:54 amTYS - CAN
2 stops29h 26mCathay Pacific
vie. 12/510:15 amCAN - TYS
2 stops24h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/16$1,264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
vie. 11/285:10 amTYS - PVG
1 stop22h 15mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/26:25 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,312
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/712:08 pmTYS - CAN
2 stops37h 17mQatar Airways
jue. 12/412:55 amCAN - TYS
2 stops36h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,395
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/303:48 pmTYS - PEK
2 stops30h 07mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/1611:55 pmPEK - TYS
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mar. 10/77:43 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops31h 07mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/255:00 pmPVG - TYS
1 stop19h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,476
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
vie. 10/316:23 pmTYS - PEK
1 stop21h 32mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/169:55 amPEK - TYS
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,490
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/158:09 amTYS - SHA
2 stops39h 16mJapan Airlines
lun. 10/2012:50 pmSHA - TYS
2 stops36h 34mJapan Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,494
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/153:03 pmTYS - PVG
2 stops37h 17mQatar Airways
dom. 10/1912:35 amPVG - TYS
2 stops32h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,602
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/282:25 pmTYS - PEK
2 stops27h 05mLufthansa
dom. 11/162:05 pmPEK - TYS
2 stops45h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 9/16$1,681
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/37:20 pmTYS - PEK
2 stops45h 10mLufthansa
dom. 11/162:05 pmPEK - TYS
2 stops46h 54mLufthansa
Deal found 9/16$1,687
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/13:43 pmTYS - PEK
2 stops37h 57mAir France
dom. 11/1611:55 pmPEK - TYS
2 stops32h 05mAir France
Deal found 9/16$1,748

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to China that are best for you.

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Knoxville

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China

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Return

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KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mié. 10/15

7:05 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 10/20

5:00 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$1,152

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 11/7

7:54 am-2:20 am

2 stops29h 26m

Guangzhou Baiyun

vie. 12/5

10:15 am-9:38 pm

2 stops24h 23m

$1,264

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 11/28

5:10 am-4:25 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 12/2

6:25 pm-12:19 am

1 stop18h 54m

$1,312

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 11/7

12:08 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops37h 17m

Guangzhou Baiyun

jue. 12/4

12:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops36h 04m

$1,395

KnoxvilleBeijing

TYS - PEK

TYSPEK

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 10/30

3:48 pm-9:55 am

2 stops30h 07m

Beijing Capital

dom. 11/16

11:55 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,429

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mar. 10/7

7:43 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops31h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 10/25

5:00 pm-12:23 am

1 stop19h 23m

$1,476

KnoxvilleBeijing

TYS - PEK

TYSPEK

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

vie. 10/31

6:23 pm-3:55 am

1 stop21h 32m

Beijing Capital

dom. 11/16

9:55 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 05m

$1,490

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - SHA

TYSSHA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mié. 10/15

8:09 am-11:25 am

2 stops39h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 10/20

12:50 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$1,494

KnoxvilleBeijing

TYS - PEK

TYSPEK

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 3/5

7:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops48h 35m

Beijing Capital

lun. 3/9

8:25 am-4:49 pm

2 stops44h 24m

$1,530

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 2/26

12:18 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops36h 07m

Guangzhou Baiyun

dom. 3/1

12:55 am-11:40 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,671

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

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Knoxville to China, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to China from Knoxville.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to China?

    Departing from Knoxville to China will take you 19h 45m. The distance from Knoxville to China is about 7513 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Knoxville to China are Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Shanghai Pu Dong and Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Beijing Capital.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to China (average of $1,076). Flying from Knoxville to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 airline flying from Knoxville to China

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Knoxville to China. 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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