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$176+ 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SMF
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Sacramento Intl are usually found in August or February, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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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 December 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/234:04 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/611:21 amSMF - TYS
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/234:04 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/25:15 amSMF - TYS
1 stop9h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/177:05 amTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/255:00 amSMF - TYS
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/302:00 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop11h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/511:35 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$577
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/224:46 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop22h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/296:16 pmSMF - TYS
2 stops18h 35mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/204:04 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3111:35 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/224:29 pmTYS - SMF
1 stop9h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2910:20 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$678

Find 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 December 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$334
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$176
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$695
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Sacramento 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 14, 2025.
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 2/14

5:35 am-12:15 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$339

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/14

10:41 am-6:42 pm

2 stops11h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

11:27 am-9:39 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$339

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 1/11

4:23 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/18

4:20 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$340

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 1/12

4:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/13

5:00 am-3:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$402

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/28

5:00 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

10:35 pm-9:16 am

1 stop7h 41m

$402

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/12

12:20 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$402

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/13

4:41 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$184

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/13

1:00 pm-10:50 am

3 stops48h 50m

$184

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 1/16

7:15 am-10:50 am

2 stops54h 35m

$187

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/21

6:28 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 44m

$219

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Compare providers for flights from Knoxville to Sacramento

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 Knoxville to Sacramento in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Knoxville-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Knoxville-Sacramento 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 Knoxville to Sacramento

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Cheapflights Insights

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 December 12, 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 11 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Sacramento (average of $150). Flying from Knoxville to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 December 14, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% 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 December 14, 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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Knoxville to Sacramento in about 9h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 2062 mi between Knoxville and Sacramento.

  • 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 $268. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $293 and $296, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 36% 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $124. American Airlines flights start at $125 while deals on Delta start at $148 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Sacramento (average of $150). Flying from Knoxville to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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