Which airports can I use when flying from Knoxville to San Jose?

Flights from Knoxville to San Jose usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Knoxville to San Jose?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to San Jose: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Knoxville to San Jose pass through?

One-stop flights from Knoxville to San Jose most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 36% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 4% of one-stop connections Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Knoxville to San Jose?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Knoxville to San Jose route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $400 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $697, a difference of $297. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Knoxville to San Jose?

A nonstop flight from Knoxville to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 2,092 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to San Jose?

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.

Have flight prices from Knoxville to San Jose 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 $267 to $2,221. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Knoxville to San Jose looking right now?

One-way fares from Knoxville to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $236, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 05m, compared with 7h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 40m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

What is the time difference between Knoxville and San Jose?

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

What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Knoxville to San Jose flight?

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to San Jose range from $400 to $676, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Knoxville to San Jose?

Delta ($267) and Southwest ($344) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Knoxville to San Jose according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Knoxville to San Jose?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Knoxville to San Jose route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Knoxville to San Jose?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $399. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Knoxville to San Jose which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Knoxville to San Jose layovers at 253 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$267

Typical prices: $400-$676

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$134

Typical prices: $268-$487

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September

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Cheapest • Avg $399 (round-trip)

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)

Shortest trip • 7h 40m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to San Jose

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

5:40 am - 11:47 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:57 pm - 10:22 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$267Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

2:38 pm - 9:25 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:57 pm - 10:22 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$267Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

2:38 pm - 9:25 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:57 pm - 10:22 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$303Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

2:38 pm - 9:25 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:57 pm - 10:22 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$323Delta

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

3:20 pm - 8:25 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

8h 05m1 stop Dallas Love Field

9:10 am - 9:05 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 55m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Nashville Intl

$344Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1

6:00 am - 12:01 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 4:59 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$367United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1

1:30 pm - 8:10 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 40m1 stop Austin Bergstrom

6:30 am - 8:30 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

11h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl

$372Southwest

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17

5:26 pm - 10:08 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 4:36 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

7h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$469American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

5:26 pm - 10:08 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 4:36 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

7h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$469American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17

6:00 am - 12:09 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 4:36 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

7h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$511American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Knoxville to San Jose

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 am - 1:08 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

7h 08m1 stop Denver Intl

12:51 pm - 10:44 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 53m1 stop Denver Intl

$596United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

7:30 am - 1:38 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:02 pm - 11:22 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$601American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22

5:40 am - 11:36 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

8h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:23 pm - 11:14 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 51m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$601Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

5:40 am - 11:36 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

8h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:51 pm - 10:27 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$601Delta

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 am - 1:08 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

7h 08m1 stop Denver Intl

6:37 pm - 10:37 amSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

13h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$602United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

3:00 pm - 9:30 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:45 am - 5:45 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl

$606Southwest

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

12:09 pm - 6:29 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:02 pm - 11:22 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$606American Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

3:00 pm - 9:45 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

7:30 pm - 10:55 amSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

12h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl

$611Southwest

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

12:09 pm - 6:29 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

9h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 9:06 pmSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

12h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$611American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Sep 25

5:40 am - 11:36 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJC San Jose

8h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:50 pm - 10:44 amSJC San Jose-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$825Delta

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to San Jose flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Knoxville to San Jose with more confidence.

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How much is a round-trip flight from Knoxville to San Jose?

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to San Jose start at $267. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $400 to $676. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to San Jose, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 43% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to San Jose?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to San Jose at $400 round-trip.
•February ($975) and December ($883) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 143% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	January
High season	October
Cheapest flight	$134

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 49% increase in price.

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When to book flights from Knoxville to San Jose

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Knoxville to San Jose?
Flights from Knoxville to San Jose usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Knoxville to San Jose?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to San Jose:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Knoxville to San Jose pass through?
One-stop flights from Knoxville to San Jose most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 4% of one-stop connections

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Knoxville to San Jose?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Knoxville to San Jose route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $400 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $697, a difference of $297. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in San Jose?
Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Knoxville to San Jose?
A nonstop flight from Knoxville to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 2,092 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to San Jose?
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.
Have flight prices from Knoxville to San Jose 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 $267 to $2,221. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Knoxville to San Jose looking right now?
One-way fares from Knoxville to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $236, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Knoxville to San Jose?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 05m, compared with 7h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 40m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).
What is the time difference between Knoxville and San Jose?
San Jose is 3 hours behind Knoxville (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?
San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a Knoxville to San Jose flight?
Round-trip flights from Knoxville to San Jose range from $400 to $676, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $400 - about $297 less than Sunday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to San Jose trip for September. Fares historically average $400 round-trip in that month - typically $575 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
- Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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