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$79+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Tennessee

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — BNA
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Tennessee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Tennessee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/316:25 amSAN - TYS
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/111:39 pmTYS - SAN
2 stops32h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$281
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/296:25 amSAN - BNA
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/267:37 pmBNA - SAN
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$295
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/296:25 amSAN - BNA
1 stop9h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/57:02 pmBNA - SAN
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/316:25 amSAN - TYS
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/44:26 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/309:45 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Tue 1/65:30 amCHA - SAN
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/11$317
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:47 pmSAN - BNA
1 stop23h 20mFrontier
Fri 1/27:02 pmBNA - SAN
1 stop26h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/311:06 pmSAN - BNA
2 stops25h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/117:31 pmBNA - SAN
1 stop26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$321
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/116:34 amSAN - MEM
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Tue 12/238:07 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$324
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/116:34 amSAN - BNA
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Sun 12/142:20 pmBNA - SAN
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/181:06 pmSAN - MEM
1 stop25h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/229:17 pmMEM - SAN
1 stop16h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - TYS
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/312:21 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/304:47 pmSAN - TYS
1 stop24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/73:53 pmTYS - SAN
2 stops34h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$354

Find flight deals from San Diego to Tennessee

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Tennessee flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Priceline)

One-way from

$79
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$459

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Tennessee 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Tennessee that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Tennessee

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 2/6

4:25 pm-12:08 am

1 stop10h 43m

$148

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Mon 1/26

6:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 2/2

4:30 pm-12:08 am

1 stop10h 38m

$149

San DiegoMemphis

SAN - MEM

SANMEM

San Diego

Thu 1/15

6:25 am-7:15 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Memphis

Sun 1/18

8:06 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$204

San DiegoMemphis

SAN - MEM

SANMEM

San Diego

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Memphis

Tue 1/20

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 30m

$261

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Sat 5/2

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 40m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/5

11:30 am-6:23 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$277

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Tue 4/7

10:50 am-11:19 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/14

7:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

$282

San DiegoKnoxville

SAN - TYS

SANTYS

San Diego

Tue 5/5

10:55 am-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/9

9:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$282

San DiegoNashville

SAN - BNA

SANBNA

San Diego

Tue 2/17

10:59 am-12:06 am

1 stop11h 07m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/21

7:35 am-4:29 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$287

San DiegoNashville

SAN - BNA

SANBNA

San Diego

Sat 1/24

11:00 am-12:13 am

1 stop11h 13m

Nashville Intl

Sat 1/31

7:35 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$287

San DiegoNashville

SAN - BNA

SANBNA

San Diego

Thu 1/8

11:00 am-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Nashville Intl

Wed 1/14

7:35 am-4:40 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Tennessee

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Tennessee

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Tennessee?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tennessee (average of $65). Flying from San Diego to Tennessee in February is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 SAN to TN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Tennessee. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Tennessee is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Tennessee?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Tennessee. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Tennessee

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tennessee. 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 Tennessee. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to Tennessee to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Tennessee. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Tennessee?

    If you book a flight to Tennessee from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Tennessee flight route?

    This flight path from San Diego to Tennessee was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Tennessee?

    Airlines like Frontier, American Airlines, and Delta fly from San Diego to Tennessee in about 6h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 03m. San Diego and Tennessee are separated by a distance of 1897 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Tennessee one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $83 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $90 and American Airlines from $125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Tennessee?

    While some choose either San Diego - Memphis or San Diego - Knoxville McGhee Tyson, San Diego - Nashville Intl is the most popular route from San Diego to Tennessee.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tennessee?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Tennessee is $170. On average you can expect to pay $338. The most popular route, (San Diego - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $185.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Tennessee that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Tennessee?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Tennessee?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Tennessee 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 San Diego to Tennessee?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tennessee (average of $65). Flying from San Diego to Tennessee in February is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Tennessee

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Tennessee. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$65Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$270Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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