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$161+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Knoxville (SJC - 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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — TYS
Mar 27 — Apr 31
Fri 3/27
Fri 4/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Knoxville

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Knoxville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Knoxville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 25, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:30 am
SJC
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TYS
1 stop7h 24m
United Airlines
Thu 5/75:56 pm
TYS
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SJC
1 stop7h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/22$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/512:56 pm
SJC
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TYS
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 5/85:56 pm
TYS
-
SJC
1 stop7h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/21$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1310:20 pm
SJC
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TYS
1 stop7h 51m
Delta
Fri 7/1712:00 pm
TYS
-
SJC
1 stop9h 49m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Mon 6/226:37 pm
SJC
-
TYS
2 stops13h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 6/297:15 am
TYS
-
SJC
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$442
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 3/2410:55 pm
SJC
-
TYS
2 stops12h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 3/315:48 pm
TYS
-
SJC
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1710:20 pm
SJC
-
TYS
1 stop7h 51m
Delta
Wed 7/225:57 pm
TYS
-
SJC
1 stop7h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$472
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/158:45 pm
SJC
-
TYS
2 stops9h 49m
Delta
Tue 5/263:05 pm
TYS
-
SJC
1 stop9h 35m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$475

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 February 25, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$376
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$161
(Delta)

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August

Average price

$367
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San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Tue 5/5

6:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops14h 14m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/8

5:56 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$403

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Sat 5/2

8:45 am-8:45 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-5:23 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$429

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Tue 3/24

10:55 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 3/31

5:48 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$464

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Mon 3/16

1:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/19

5:10 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$522

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Wed 3/25

2:08 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/1

5:40 am-1:18 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$537

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Tue 3/10

1:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/14

5:13 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$557

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Fri 4/24

9:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 4/27

6:35 am-12:15 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$568

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Wed 4/1

2:08 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 4/5

5:40 am-1:18 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$628

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Fri 3/6

10:55 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 3/9

2:21 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$632

San JoseKnoxville

SJC - TYS

SJCTYS

San Jose

Sat 6/6

2:45 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops46h 55m

$197

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Knoxville in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 San Jose, California-Knoxville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Knoxville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Knoxville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-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 San Jose, California-Knoxville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Knoxville

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Knoxville (average of $138). Flying from San Jose, California to Knoxville in March 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.

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 February 25, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Jose to Knoxville by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,237 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
9,345 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
11,345 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,237 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 San Jose 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 San Jose, California to Knoxville?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from San Jose, California to Knoxville in just under 7h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 42m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2092 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to Knoxville round-trip?

    Currently priced at $256, American Airlines will fly you from San Jose, California to Knoxville and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $280 and $298, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Knoxville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 San Jose, California to Knoxville?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Knoxville (average of $138). Flying from San Jose, California to Knoxville in March 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 San Jose to Knoxville

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 February 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$280Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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