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$427+ Cheap flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara (TYS - SBA)

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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SBA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/273:45 pm
TYS
-
SBA
2 stops10h 30m
Southwest
Mon 4/67:50 pm
SBA
-
TYS
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/64:18 pm
TYS
-
SBA
1 stop7h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 3/85:00 am
SBA
-
TYS
1 stop7h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/273:45 pm
TYS
-
SBA
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Sun 4/56:20 am
SBA
-
TYS
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/274:18 pm
TYS
-
SBA
1 stop7h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 4/65:00 am
SBA
-
TYS
1 stop7h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$480
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/35:40 am
TYS
-
SBA
2 stops9h 17m
American Airlines
Sun 4/127:13 pm
SBA
-
TYS
2 stops10h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$502
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/144:15 pm
TYS
-
SBA
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 2/185:48 pm
SBA
-
TYS
2 stops14h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/125:40 am
TYS
-
SBA
1 stop9h 08m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1612:38 pm
SBA
-
TYS
1 stop8h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$557

Find flight deals from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$427
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$577
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 3/6

4:18 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$437

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 4/3

5:15 pm-12:36 am

2 stops10h 21m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/12

5:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$442

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 3/27

3:45 pm-12:10 am

2 stops11h 25m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/5

6:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$453

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 3/27

4:18 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/6

5:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$480

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 4/3

5:40 am-11:57 am

2 stops9h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/12

7:13 pm-8:32 am

2 stops10h 19m

$502

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/14

4:15 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

6:23 am-10:30 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$523

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Deals found on 1/28

Compare providers for flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara (average of $142). Flying from Knoxville to Santa Barbara in April is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Barbara. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. 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 Barbara?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Knoxville to Santa Barbara in about 7h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 30m. The distance from Knoxville to Santa Barbara is about 2016 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $308, American Airlines will fly you from Knoxville to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $334. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara (average of $142). Flying from Knoxville to Santa Barbara in April is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 2 airlines flying from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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