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$171+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — TYS
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/287:15 pm
SMF
-
TYS
1 stop22h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/29:42 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/147:15 pm
SMF
-
TYS
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/199:59 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/287:15 pm
SMF
-
TYS
1 stop22h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/19:29 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/297:15 pm
SMF
-
TYS
1 stop23h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/29:42 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/217:15 pm
SMF
-
TYS
1 stop22h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/259:29 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/307:15 pm
SMF
-
TYS
1 stop24h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/139:00 am
TYS
-
SMF
2 stops28h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/47:58 pm
SMF
-
TYS
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/1610:03 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:55 am
SMF
-
TYS
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Tue 9/223:00 pm
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/1810:50 am
SMF
-
TYS
2 stops10h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 8/257:15 am
TYS
-
SMF
1 stop7h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$360

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 July 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$587
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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 July 23, 2026.
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

Wed 9/9

6:55 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 9/22

3:00 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$355

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

5:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 10/14

7:15 am-12:45 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$391

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/29

6:00 am-4:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/31

6:00 am-11:08 am

1 stop8h 08m

$405

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/15

5:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/22

10:40 am-5:34 pm

2 stops9h 54m

$410

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

10:14 am-10:29 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/21

4:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$416

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/5

10:55 pm-11:01 am

1 stop9h 06m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 10/16

4:37 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$416

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

5:20 am-6:35 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/21

4:50 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$422

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/25

10:45 am-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 10/31

2:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$441

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/6

9:20 am-8:53 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 9/9

4:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$465

SacramentoKnoxville

SMF - TYS

SMFTYS

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/31

1:05 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 11/4

9:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$465

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Knoxville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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

Booking 84 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Knoxville (average of $367). Flying from Sacramento to Knoxville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Knoxville?

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 July 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

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
10,024 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.1
Good
11,832 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

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?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Sacramento to Knoxville in just under 6h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 52m. 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 $228, Delta will fly you from Sacramento to Knoxville and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $304 and $332, respectively. Delta is currently priced 55% 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 $153. United Airlines flights start at $173 while deals on Delta start at $183 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Knoxville (average of $367). Flying from Sacramento to Knoxville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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 July 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$304Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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