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$147+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to Sacramento (TYS - SMF)

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SMF
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$250
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$147
(FlightHub)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$433
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:39 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/302:35 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:40 amTYS - SMF
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Sun 9/282:15 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/28$303
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/148:52 pmTYS - SMF
3 stops27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/178:25 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/165:45 amTYS - SMF
2 stops11h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/248:35 pmSMF - TYS
2 stops10h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$415

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Sacramento that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/23

6:39 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/30

2:35 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 44m

$250

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 9/20

6:40 am-12:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/28

2:15 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$303

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 8/14

8:52 pm-9:34 pm

3 stops27h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/17

8:25 pm-1:39 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$336

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 9/16

5:45 am-1:55 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

8:35 pm-10:10 am

2 stops10h 35m

$415

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/24

8:33 pm-11:10 am

1 stop17h 37m

$147

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/1

2:28 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$209

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 8/24

4:15 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 16m

$348

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 8/23

4:40 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$448

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Deals found on 7/26

Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Sacramento

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Knoxville to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Knoxville to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Knoxville to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 TYS to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Knoxville to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $250. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $303 and $415, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $147. American Airlines flights start at $348 while deals on United Airlines start at $448 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Knoxville to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Knoxville to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Sacramento. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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