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$1,259+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to China

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SHA
Aug 17 — Aug 241
Mon 8/17
Mon 8/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 18, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 FlightHub 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 7/13$1,259
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 KAYAK 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 7/15$1,294
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/610:50 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops45h 35m
ANA
Wed 1/138:30 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops41h 48m
ANA
Deal found 7/15$1,309
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/57:00 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops40h 20m
ANA
Tue 1/128:30 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops45h 19m
ANA
Deal found 7/15$1,354
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/117:00 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops29h 15m
ANA
Tue 1/128:30 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops45h 19m
ANA
Deal found 7/15$1,366
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:35 am
TYS
-
CAN
2 stops36h 55m
Japan Airlines
Mon 9/142:10 pm
CAN
-
TYS
2 stops38h 01m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 7/12$1,379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/37:30 am
TYS
-
PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Delta
Wed 1/135:35 pm
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops28h 37m
Delta
Deal found 7/16$1,394
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/47:00 am
TYS
-
SHA
2 stops40h 25m
ANA
Mon 1/111:40 pm
SHA
-
TYS
2 stops36h 38m
ANA
Deal found 7/15$1,419
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/125:10 am
TYS
-
PEK
2 stops50h 05m
Japan Airlines
Mon 11/164:40 pm
PEK
-
TYS
2 stops59h 57m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 7/13$1,433
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Thu 12/37:00 am
TYS
-
SHA
2 stops40h 25m
ANA
Wed 1/131:40 pm
SHA
-
TYS
2 stops36h 38m
ANA
Deal found 7/17$1,440
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/232:30 pm
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops35h 55m
Delta
Sun 1/177:35 pm
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops26h 37m
Delta
Deal found 7/13$1,444
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/147:15 am
TYS
-
PVG
2 stops25h 25m
ANA
Thu 8/201:50 am
PVG
-
TYS
2 stops28h 27m
ANA
Deal found 7/17$1,464

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 18, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,073
(Gurufare)
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 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to China that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

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

$1,294

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/10

11:35 am-12:30 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 9/14

2:10 pm-4:11 pm

2 stops38h 01m

$1,379

KnoxvilleBeijing

TYS - PEK

TYSPEK

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/12

5:10 am-8:15 pm

2 stops50h 05m

Beijing Capital

Mon 11/16

4:40 pm-3:37 pm

2 stops59h 57m

$1,433

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 12/23

2:30 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/17

7:35 pm-9:12 am

2 stops26h 37m

$1,444

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 9/30

7:30 am-12:30 pm

2 stops41h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 10/4

2:10 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops59h 57m

$1,505

KnoxvilleGuangzhou

TYS - CAN

TYSCAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 9/30

5:35 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops33h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 10/3

1:35 am-8:00 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,510

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 12/23

6:30 am-1:15 am

2 stops29h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/16

2:35 am-1:18 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,633

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/17

7:25 am-2:00 pm

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/21

9:05 am-2:07 pm

2 stops41h 02m

$1,645

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - PVG

TYSPVG

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 10/18

7:25 am-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/22

4:00 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops58h 07m

$1,645

KnoxvilleShanghai

TYS - SHA

TYSSHA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 12/6

12:06 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 1/13

1:35 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops42h 08m

$1,684

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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 18, 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,415 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,829 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,415 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

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 35h 55m. 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.

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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 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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