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$119+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to San Francisco (TYS - SFO)

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TYS — SFO
May 9 — May 161
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to San Francisco

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 April 9, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/304:28 pm
TYS
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SFO
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Sun 5/36:00 am
SFO
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TYS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fri 5/298:19 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 04m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:00 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop10h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$270
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/228:19 pm
TYS
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SFO
1 stop14h 42m
Frontier
Mon 5/256:00 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop10h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Fri 5/151:43 pm
TYS
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SFO
1 stop23h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1710:15 pm
SFO
-
TYS
2 stops18h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$299
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:32 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop18h 15m
Frontier
Fri 5/156:00 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop10h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Fri 5/81:15 pm
TYS
-
SFO
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1010:40 pm
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop21h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/282:49 pm
TYS
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SFO
1 stop28h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/310:40 pm
SFO
-
TYS
2 stops35h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 4/271:43 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop27h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/193:26 pm
SFO
-
TYS
2 stops43h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 5/78:00 am
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1111:31 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$336
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/264:28 pm
TYS
-
SFO
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Wed 4/297:00 am
SFO
-
TYS
1 stop29h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/118:32 pm
TYS
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SFO
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/159:56 pm
SFO
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TYS
2 stops39h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$343

Find 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 April 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(Priceline)

One-way from

$119
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$450
Provider with most accurate pricing for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Knoxville McGhee Tyson-San Francisco flights.
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to San Francisco
One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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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 April 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/3

11:27 am-6:13 pm

1 stop9h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

5:35 am-3:18 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$389

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 7/1

8:32 pm-11:38 am

1 stop18h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 7/5

10:50 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop12h 07m

$393

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/18

1:15 pm-12:23 am

2 stops38h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 5/25

6:00 am-7:24 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$396

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/7

1:59 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

1:45 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$404

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/8

6:01 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Francisco

Mon 5/11

5:30 am-4:54 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$514

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/27

11:29 am-9:31 pm

2 stops13h 02m

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

10:30 am-11:56 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$567

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/22

4:09 pm-11:01 pm

2 stops9h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

9:35 am-9:50 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$574
Quickest round-trip

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/15

7:20 pm-1:17 am

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

5:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$577
Cheapest one-way

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/15

1:43 pm-10:36 am

1 stop23h 53m

$119

KnoxvilleSan Francisco

TYS - SFO

TYSSFO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/23

4:28 pm-12:27 am

1 stop10h 59m

$137

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Deals found on 4/6

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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 April.
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 Knoxville-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Knoxville-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 April 3, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Knoxville to San Francisco is 27 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to San Francisco (average of $187). Flying from Knoxville to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 Knoxville to San Francisco?

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 April 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 9h 46m. The distance between Knoxville and San Francisco is about 2114 mi.

  • 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 $184. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $308, respectively. Frontier is priced at 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $91. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Knoxville to San Francisco for a low price.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to San Francisco (average of $187). Flying from Knoxville to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 April 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$184Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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