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$115+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to California

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — LAX
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
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3 stars

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Mytrip
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Round-trip from

$188
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$488
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/42:28 pmTYS - LAS
Nonstop4h 07mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/116:45 amLAS - TYS
Nonstop3h 53mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/15$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Fri 5/210:53 amTYS - LAS
1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/48:04 pmLAS - TYS
1 stop17h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/244:10 pmTYS - LAS
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/289:58 amLAS - TYS
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/202:54 pmTYS - SAN
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/287:25 amSAN - TYS
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/210:53 amTYS - LAX
2 stops35h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/96:00 amLAX - TYS
1 stop12h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$240
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/174:31 pmTYS - LAS
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Sat 4/199:19 amLAS - TYS
1 stop27h 27mFrontier
Deal found 4/13$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 5/215:05 amTYS - SMF
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/2510:09 pmSMF - TYS
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 8/125:30 amTYS - LAS
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sat 8/1611:30 pmLAS - TYS
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/14$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:28 pmTYS - RNO
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/172:42 pmRNO - TYS
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/207:00 amTYS - LAS
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/2711:35 amLAS - TYS
2 stops8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$256
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Fri 5/910:53 amTYS - BUR
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/118:36 pmBUR - TYS
1 stop22h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sun 5/115:20 amTYS - SNA
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1711:10 amSNA - TYS
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$270

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to California that are best for you.

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 7/4

2:28 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/11

2:16 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop28h 26m

$193

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/2

10:53 am-6:32 am

1 stop22h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 5/4

8:04 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop17h 21m

$204

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

4:10 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/28

9:58 am-9:17 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$229

KnoxvilleSan Diego

TYS - SAN

TYSSAN

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/20

2:54 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Diego

Wed 5/28

7:25 am-7:14 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$240

KnoxvilleLos Angeles

TYS - LAX

TYSLAX

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/2

10:53 am-6:59 pm

2 stops35h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$240

KnoxvilleSacramento

TYS - SMF

TYSSMF

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/21

5:05 am-10:33 am

1 stop8h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/25

10:09 pm-8:24 am

1 stop7h 15m

$250

KnoxvilleLas Vegas

TYS - LAS

TYSLAS

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 5/7

5:45 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/10

11:54 pm-9:40 am

1 stop6h 46m

$251

KnoxvilleReno

TYS - RNO

TYSRNO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/10

6:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Reno

Sat 5/17

2:42 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$251

KnoxvilleBurbank

TYS - BUR

TYSBUR

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/9

10:53 am-9:58 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 5/11

8:36 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$264

KnoxvilleSanta Ana

TYS - SNA

TYSSNA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 5/11

5:20 am-10:41 am

1 stop8h 21m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/17

11:10 am-10:07 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to California (average of $246). Flying from Knoxville to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

When flying from Knoxville to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Knoxville to California have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to California?

    Most people fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) if they book a flight from Knoxville to California. Knoxville McGhee Tyson is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Knoxville’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $115. Users have also found prices from $120 and $126 on Allegiant Air and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Knoxville to California?

    While some choose either Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Los Angeles or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - San Francisco, Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Knoxville to California.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to California (average of $246). Flying from Knoxville to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 5 airlines flying from Knoxville to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to California. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$366Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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