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$130+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to San Francisco (TYS - SFO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SFO
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$134
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$206
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/156:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$216
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/74:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Sun 12/146:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/114:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop18h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/136:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop27h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$246
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:52 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Thu 12/186:24 amSFO - TYS
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/312:53 pmTYS - SFO
2 stops35h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/106:30 amSFO - TYS
1 stop27h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$291
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:17 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop22h 23mFrontier
Thu 11/202:54 pmSFO - TYS
1 stop21h 59mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/52:37 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop9h 22mDelta
Mon 12/1512:37 pmSFO - TYS
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 11/4$329

Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$504
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to San Francisco 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to San Francisco that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 12/3

12:53 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops35h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

6:30 am-1:11 pm

1 stop27h 41m

$291

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/13

7:17 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 23m

San Francisco

Thu 11/20

2:54 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop21h 59m

$299

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/6

3:50 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

8:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$329

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 12/7

7:59 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 12/16

10:45 pm-11:47 am

1 stop10h 02m

$329

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/6

1:27 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

2:00 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$329

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/11

12:50 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop8h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 12/16

10:30 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 08m

$329

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 12/8

5:40 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$329

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 12/5

3:57 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop8h 02m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

10:30 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 08m

$329

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/13

7:17 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 23m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

8:55 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop22h 42m

$347

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 12/3

6:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop9h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

8:15 am-8:05 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$374

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Compare providers for flights from Knoxville to San Francisco

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 San Francisco in November.
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-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Knoxville-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Knoxville-San Francisco 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-San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Knoxville with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Knoxville to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Knoxville to San Francisco is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to San Francisco (average of $168). Flying from Knoxville to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Knoxville to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Knoxville to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Knoxville to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated November 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to San Francisco 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
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
9,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
11,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
5.8
Fair
3,117 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 San Francisco. 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 San Francisco?

    Departing from Knoxville to San Francisco will take you 8h 26m. The distance between Knoxville and San Francisco is about 2114 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $157. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $243 and $308, respectively. Frontier is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to San Francisco (average of $168). Flying from Knoxville to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 4 airlines flying from Knoxville to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to San Francisco. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$157Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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