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$124+ 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — TYS
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 February, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Knoxville

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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/305:00 amSMF - TYS
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/24:04 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop9h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$591
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 amSMF - TYS
2 stops30h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/319:50 amTYS - SMF
1 stop15h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/2610:20 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/64:41 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$637
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/297:00 amSMF - TYS
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Wed 1/146:10 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/10$683
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 amSMF - TYS
2 stops30h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:23 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop30h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$721
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amSMF - TYS
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/144:41 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$732
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2312:52 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:07 pmTYS - SMF
2 stops50h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$748

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$334
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$626
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Knoxville that are best for you.

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SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

7:30 am-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 1/17

4:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$339

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/6

7:30 am-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/13

2:25 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$367

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/6

10:04 am-10:47 pm

2 stops9h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/13

8:09 am-3:51 pm

2 stops10h 42m

$377

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/15

7:15 am-7:27 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/19

6:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 10m

$398

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/21

11:21 am-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 1/23

1:59 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$402

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/14

12:58 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/19

2:25 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$402

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

10:35 pm-9:16 am

1 stop7h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 3/11

5:01 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$437

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

11:35 am-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 3/24

8:40 am-1:36 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$437

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/25

12:03 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$124

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/17

4:20 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops24h 03m

$178

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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 December.
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 December 5, 2025.

Booking 32 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 $307). 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 December 12, 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 December 12, 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
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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?

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Sacramento to Knoxville in just under 9h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23m. Sacramento and Knoxville are separated by a distance of 2062 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $305, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $124. United Airlines flights start at $173 while deals on Delta start at $179 one-way.

  • 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 $307). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$302Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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