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Cheapest round-trip
$345
Typical prices: $430-$677
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/8Sat 1/20
TYS - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $203-$407
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/16
TYS - SMF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Knoxville and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 34% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $447 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Sacramento (TYS-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Sacramento

Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:24 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 9:25 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 19
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5:00 pm - 10:18 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 9:25 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 18
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:24 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 9:25 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 5:44 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
6:28 am - 4:54 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$342United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:06 pm - 8:21 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:46 am - 6:42 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
30h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$345Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 8:30 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 6:35 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
$347Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 6:44 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 6:23 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$377United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:43 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 9:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$382United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:16 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:24 pm - 8:54 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$429American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 23
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:21 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:06 am - 11:19 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
9h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$467American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Sacramento flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Sacramento?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Sacramento. It’s 31% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Sacramento?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to Sacramento at $366 round-trip.
•November ($726) and April ($633) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Knoxville to Sacramento flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$156
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Knoxville to Sacramento

When to book flights from Knoxville to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Knoxville to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Knoxville to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 2,062 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Knoxville to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Sacramento range from $430 to $677, with an average of $555 over the past 12 months. Anything below $430 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Knoxville to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $337 to $978. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Knoxville to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Knoxville to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $236, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    Flights from Knoxville to Sacramento usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Knoxville to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Knoxville to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Knoxville to Sacramento. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $646, a difference of $260.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Knoxville to Sacramento?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 21m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 22m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Knoxville and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Knoxville (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Knoxville to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $386, about $260 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Sacramento trip for February. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $360 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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