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$76+ 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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — TYS
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Knoxville

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Vakatrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$453
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/1210:19 amLAS - TYS
Nonstop3h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:30 amTYS - LAS
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/36:40 amLAX - TYS
1 stop27h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - LAX
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:42 pmLAX - TYS
1 stop30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - LAX
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$185
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/137:08 amLAS - TYS
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:00 amTYS - LAS
Nonstop4h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 12/412:20 pmLAX - TYS
1 stop7h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/84:52 pmTYS - LAX
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/228:56 amSAN - TYS
1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/236:30 amTYS - SAN
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/46:40 amLAX - TYS
1 stop6h 17mFrontier
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - LAX
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/228:56 amSAN - TYS
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Tue 11/254:48 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$215
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:46 amLAS - TYS
Nonstop3h 46mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/248:30 amTYS - LAS
Nonstop4h 26mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/29$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/74:33 pmSAN - TYS
1 stop23h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/116:30 amTYS - SAN
2 stops10h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/154:56 pmLAX - TYS
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/179:09 pmTYS - LAX
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/209:03 amSFO - TYS
2 stops27h 50mFrontier
Thu 12/44:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop18h 01mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$223

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Knoxville that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Knoxville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Sun 12/7

4:33 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop23h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/11

6:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$192

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Sat 11/22

8:56 am-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 11/25

4:48 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$215

Las VegasKnoxville

LAS - TYS

LASTYS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/21

10:46 am-5:32 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 11/24

8:30 am-9:56 am

Nonstop4h 26m

$216

Las VegasKnoxville

LAS - TYS

LASTYS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/21

6:00 am-3:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 11/24

8:30 am-9:56 am

Nonstop4h 26m

$249

Las VegasKnoxville

LAS - TYS

LASTYS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/20

5:08 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$251

Las VegasKnoxville

LAS - TYS

LASTYS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/6

12:35 am-9:13 am

1 stop5h 38m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 4/11

5:30 am-9:11 am

1 stop6h 41m

$251

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-5:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 12/7

4:52 pm-7:53 am

1 stop18h 01m

$257

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Sat 11/8

10:00 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops17h 22m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 11/22

8:05 pm-8:01 am

1 stop14h 56m

$268

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Wed 12/17

6:35 am-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/6

7:55 am-7:12 pm

2 stops14h 17m

$274

Santa AnaKnoxville

SNA - TYS

SNATYS

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 11/12

3:01 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop19h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 11/16

1:16 pm-6:48 pm

2 stops32h 32m

$275

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Best time to book a flight from California to Knoxville

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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 $42). Flying from California to Knoxville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from California to Knoxville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Knoxville flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

  • How long is the flight from California to Knoxville?

    Airlines like Frontier, Allegiant Air, and American Airlines fly from California to Knoxville in about 3h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 28m. California and Knoxville are separated by a distance of 1734 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $99 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $120 and United Airlines from $131 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 Ontario - 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 $42). Flying from California to Knoxville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$378Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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