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$107+ Cheap flights from California to Knoxville (TYS)

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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TYS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Knoxville

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Knoxville flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$246
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$107
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$566
From California to Knoxville McGhee Tyson
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Cheapest flights from California to Knoxville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/113:31 pmSNA - TYS
1 stop27h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/158:30 amTYS - SNA
1 stop28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$228
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/113:10 pmSAN - TYS
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/158:30 amTYS - SAN
1 stop26h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 6/252:18 pmBUR - TYS
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/22:02 pmTYS - BUR
1 stop8h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/166:06 amSMF - TYS
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1812:20 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:04 amSJC - TYS
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/155:55 amTYS - SJC
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/166:00 amRNO - TYS
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/204:37 pmTYS - RNO
1 stop9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/1810:19 amSJC - TYS
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2111:00 amTYS - SJC
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/165:20 amRNO - TYS
2 stops11h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/204:40 pmTYS - RNO
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:35 amSAN - TYS
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/125:46 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/36:30 amSJC - TYS
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Wed 9/176:10 pmTYS - SJC
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/10$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/116:25 amSAN - TYS
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Sun 9/148:26 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/66:15 amSAN - TYS
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Sun 8/105:30 amTYS - SAN
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/9$283

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Knoxville 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Knoxville that are best for you.

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Fly to

Knoxville

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Return

Price

BurbankKnoxville

BUR - TYS

BURTYS

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 6/25

2:18 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops26h 56m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/2

2:02 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$246

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/16

6:06 am-3:41 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/18

12:20 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$251

Santa AnaKnoxville

SNA - TYS

SNATYS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/9

12:26 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops28h 38m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/14

2:28 pm-11:26 am

1 stop23h 58m

$252

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Wed 6/25

11:01 am-8:14 pm

2 stops30h 13m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/2

8:30 am-10:06 am

2 stops28h 36m

$266

RenoKnoxville

RNO - TYS

RNOTYS

Reno

Fri 9/5

2:52 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 29m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 43m

$270

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Tue 7/8

6:15 am-3:19 pm

2 stops30h 04m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/11

6:55 am-11:06 pm

2 stops19h 11m

$274

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Fri 7/4

6:35 am-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 7/12

5:46 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$277

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-7:03 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 9/17

6:10 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$277

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/24

5:30 am-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$280

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Mon 9/8

10:20 am-7:41 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/11

8:26 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$281

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Best time to book a flight from California to Knoxville

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Knoxville (average of $296). Flying from California to Knoxville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 CA to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Knoxville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from California to Knoxville, 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 Knoxville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Knoxville ranges from 2.7 - 4.8 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Knoxville when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Knoxville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Knoxville, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Knoxville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Knoxville. 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 Knoxville. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Knoxville, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Knoxville. 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 into for flights to Knoxville from California?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), located 11.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Knoxville.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $126 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $131 and Frontier from $141 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Knoxville are Los Angeles - Knoxville McGhee Tyson, San Francisco - Knoxville McGhee Tyson and San Diego - Knoxville McGhee Tyson.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Knoxville (average of $296). Flying from California to Knoxville in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 California to Knoxville

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Knoxville. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$273Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$378Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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