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$731+ 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SHA
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to China

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 July 4, 2026.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/171:21 pm
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops34h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/78:35 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,213
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/195:45 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops26h 25m
Korean Air
Tue 11/38:50 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops41h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/1$1,222
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/187:25 pm
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops36h 45m
Korean Air
Tue 11/38:50 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops41h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/1$1,228
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/241:21 pm
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops33h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/157:20 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops24h 23m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/30$1,258
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/310:50 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops45h 35m
ANA
Tue 1/122:35 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops23h 45m
ANA
Deal found 7/2$1,259
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1610:26 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops21h 44m
Korean Air
Tue 11/38:50 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops41h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/1$1,272
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:25 pm
TYS
-
PEK
2 stops38h 05m
Korean Air
Mon 9/216:30 pm
PEK
-
TYS
2 stops41h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/1$1,278
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 10/157:15 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops25h 25m
ANA
Tue 11/38:30 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops45h 32m
ANA
Deal found 7/1$1,288
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/37:00 am
TYS
-
SHA
2 stops40h 25m
ANA
Tue 1/121:40 pm
SHA
-
TYS
2 stops36h 38m
ANA
Deal found 7/3$1,289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/247:00 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops29h 45m
ANA
Sun 9/131:00 pm
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops36h 18m
ANA
Deal found 6/30$1,297
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/108:02 pm
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops29h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/1912:20 pm
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops23h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,301
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/151:16 pm
TYS
-
CAN
2 stops25h 04m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 8/2210:20 pm
CAN
-
TYS
2 stops36h 58m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/1$1,304

Find flight deals from Knoxville to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Knoxville to China flight deals. Data was last updated July 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,213
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$731
(American Airlines)
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to China
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to China

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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 July 4, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/3

7:00 am-1:15 am

2 stops29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/11

2:35 am-1:18 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,258

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 10/16

10:26 am-8:10 pm

2 stops21h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/3

8:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$1,272

KnoxvilleBeijing

TYS - PEK

TYSPEK

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/17

7:25 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/21

6:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops41h 25m

$1,278

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - SHA

TYSSHA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/3

7:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/12

1:40 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops36h 38m

$1,289

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/10

8:02 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops29h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/19

12:20 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops23h 02m

$1,301

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/15

1:16 pm-2:20 am

2 stops25h 04m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 8/22

10:20 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops36h 58m

$1,304

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 8/26

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

9:55 am-9:44 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$1,389

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 8/20

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/16

9:55 am-9:44 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$1,389

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 11/24

7:30 am-3:25 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/12

5:35 pm-11:06 am

2 stops30h 31m

$1,394
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 8/25

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/14

9:55 am-5:38 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$1,439

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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 July 4, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Knoxville to China, such as Cathay Pacific and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific

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 26h 25m. 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?

  • 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.

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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 July 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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