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$185+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Knoxville (SMF - 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — TYS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Knoxville McGhee Tyson are usually found in August or January, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Knoxville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Knoxville (TYS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$207
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$185
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$531
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Knoxville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/712:31 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop24h 26mFrontier
Sun 12/144:52 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/712:31 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop24h 26mFrontier
Thu 12/114:52 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop21h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/26$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/712:31 pmSMF - TYS
2 stops27h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:30 amTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 12/411:20 amSMF - TYS
2 stops26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop21h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/24$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/1811:19 amSMF - TYS
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/67:05 amTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/24$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/411:20 amSMF - TYS
2 stops26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/144:52 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop21h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 12/411:20 amSMF - TYS
2 stops26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/158:00 amTYS - SMF
1 stop13h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/24$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/1812:15 pmSMF - TYS
2 stops8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/65:05 amTYS - SMF
2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/24$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/712:31 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:01 pmTYS - SMF
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/712:31 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:00 amTYS - SMF
1 stop13h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 12/67:00 amSMF - TYS
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Tue 12/93:57 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 10/26$297

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Knoxville that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Knoxville

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Return

Price

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

11:19 am-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/6

7:05 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$269

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 12/10

3:57 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$302

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

5:25 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/13

3:50 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$302

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/4

10:40 pm-9:13 am

1 stop7h 33m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 2/11

5:30 am-2:09 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$302

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 12/16

3:57 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$302

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 12/10

5:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$307

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-3:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/13

4:31 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$309

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/15

8:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$185

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

12:58 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops47h 44m

$186

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/1

11:59 pm-11:28 am

1 stop8h 29m

$200

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Deals found on 10/25

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Knoxville

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Knoxville in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Knoxville flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Knoxville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Knoxville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Knoxville flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Knoxville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Knoxville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Knoxville from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Knoxville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Knoxville. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Knoxville (average of $178). Flying from Sacramento to Knoxville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 SMF to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 27, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Knoxville in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 October 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Sacramento to Knoxville to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Knoxville?

    Delta can get you from Sacramento to Knoxville in just under 8h 58m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Sacramento and Knoxville are separated by a distance of 2062 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Knoxville round-trip?

    Currently priced at $250, American Airlines will fly you from Sacramento to Knoxville and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $302 and $308, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Knoxville (average of $178). Flying from Sacramento to Knoxville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 3 airlines flying from Sacramento to Knoxville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$302Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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