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$119+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana (TYS - SNA)

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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SNA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in February or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$398
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/204:37 pmTYS - SNA
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/112:47 pmSNA - TYS
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:17 pmTYS - SNA
1 stop17h 59mFrontier
Sat 10/182:20 pmSNA - TYS
1 stop26h 12mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/136:00 amTYS - SNA
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2012:50 pmSNA - TYS
2 stops8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/11:55 pmTYS - SNA
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/56:45 amSNA - TYS
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/166:30 amTYS - SNA
1 stop15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/1812:55 pmSNA - TYS
2 stops21h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Thu 10/233:48 pmTYS - SNA
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Mon 10/279:20 pmSNA - TYS
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 8/15$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/235:45 amTYS - SNA
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Mon 8/2512:03 pmSNA - TYS
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/18$404

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana that are best for you.

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Knoxville

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Santa Ana

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Depart

Return

Price

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/1

12:47 pm-12:21 am

1 stop8h 34m

$289

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-10:52 am

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/20

2:52 pm-12:21 am

1 stop6h 29m

$289

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/23

11:42 am-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$289

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 10/16

8:17 pm-11:16 am

1 stop17h 59m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/18

2:20 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop26h 12m

$293

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/18

8:40 pm-11:07 am

1 stop17h 27m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 9/21

11:52 am-7:45 pm

1 stop28h 53m

$299

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 9/21

7:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$119

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 10/8

3:48 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$170

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

$189

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 10/15

4:26 pm-7:14 pm

3 stops53h 48m

$194

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 10/8

3:20 pm-7:14 pm

3 stops54h 54m

$221

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Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Santa Ana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Santa Ana

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Knoxville to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Knoxville to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Santa Ana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

When flying from Knoxville to Santa Ana, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to Santa Ana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Frontier fly from Knoxville to Santa Ana in about 6h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 27m. There are 1918 mi between Knoxville and Santa Ana. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Ana, with prices starting at $248. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $258 and $282, respectively. You may be able to fly from Knoxville to Santa Ana for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from Knoxville to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 Santa Ana

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Santa Ana. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$282Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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