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$64+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Knoxville (SFO - TYS)

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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — TYS
dic. 23 — dic. 301
lun. 12/23
lun. 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Knoxville McGhee Tyson are usually found in August or September, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Knoxville (TYS). 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$64
(Frontier)

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December

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August

Average price

$638
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/266:00 amSFO - TYS
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
dom. 1/57:43 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop7h 38mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$443
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/2512:10 pmSFO - TYS
1 stop8h 45mDelta
mié. 1/812:08 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop9h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/16$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/246:35 pmSFO - TYS
2 stops13h 04mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/67:24 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$488
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/238:07 amSFO - TYS
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/57:43 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop7h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$748
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
lun. 12/237:11 amSFO - TYS
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/284:07 pmTYS - SFO
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$758

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San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

jue. 1/23

6:05 am-3:19 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 1/30

4:19 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 50m

$128

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

mar. 1/21

12:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

dom. 1/26

6:36 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 59m

$308

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

mié. 1/15

7:11 am-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mié. 1/22

4:08 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$313

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

dom. 1/19

7:00 am-7:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mié. 1/29

9:35 am-5:50 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$408

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

mar. 1/7

8:20 am-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

jue. 1/9

4:19 pm-12:11 am

1 stop10h 52m

$474

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

jue. 1/23

6:05 am-3:19 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$64

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

vie. 1/24

11:59 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$196

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

jue. 1/16

6:12 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 48m

$251

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

mar. 3/11

5:15 am-7:34 pm

2 stops11h 19m

$324

San FranciscoKnoxville

SFO - TYS

SFOTYS

San Francisco

jue. 1/23

12:40 am-1:27 pm

2 stops9h 47m

$742

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Knoxville in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 San Francisco-Knoxville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Knoxville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Knoxville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Knoxville 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 San Francisco-Knoxville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Knoxville

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Knoxville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Knoxville. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Knoxville. 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 San Francisco to Knoxville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Knoxville (average of $304). Flying from San Francisco to Knoxville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 SFO to TYS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Knoxville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Knoxville in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Knoxville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Knoxville ranges from 2.7 - 4.8 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Knoxville when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Knoxville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Knoxville, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Knoxville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Knoxville. 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 Knoxville. Reviews last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Knoxville, such as Frontier, United Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,479 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Knoxville round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Knoxville, with prices starting at $158. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $308 and $413, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $64 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $196 and United Airlines from $324 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Knoxville?

    San Francisco to Knoxville flights have a layover in Dallas most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, or Majestic Theatre can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dallas can rent a car from Dallas/Fort Worth for about $61 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Knoxville flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Knoxville layover in Charlotte least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Knoxville that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Knoxville?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Knoxville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Knoxville 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 Francisco to Knoxville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Knoxville (average of $304). Flying from San Francisco to Knoxville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 San Francisco to Knoxville

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Knoxville. 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$173Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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