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Cheapest round-trip
$352
Typical prices: $397-$602
United Airlines
Wed 10/10Wed 10/17
TYS - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$233
Typical prices: $228-$396
United Airlines
Sun 10/21
TYS - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Knoxville and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 26% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $536 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara (TYS-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:53 pm - 9:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 8:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
12h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$352United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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6:00 am - 12:44 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 3:54 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:00 am - 12:59 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:06 pm - 10:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:00 am - 12:59 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 3:01 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$401United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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10:51 am - 10:03 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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1:06 pm - 10:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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10:51 am - 10:03 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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1:06 pm - 10:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$406United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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10:51 am - 10:03 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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10:50 am - 10:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$409United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
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6:00 am - 11:45 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:35 pm - 11:18 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$458American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
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10:00 am - 6:15 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 15m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:18 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$508American Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:00 am - 11:45 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:47 pm - 9:38 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
11h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$530American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Santa Barbara flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara start at $352. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $397 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $352 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Knoxville to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$233
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Knoxville to Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara.

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Knoxville to Santa Barbara route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $397 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $863, a difference of $466. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,016 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Knoxville to Santa Barbara?

    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 Santa Barbara 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 $352 to $1,895. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Knoxville to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $312, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 08m, compared with 7h 54m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 11m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Knoxville and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara range from $397 to $602, with an average of $512 over the past 12 months. Anything below $397 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Knoxville to Santa Barbara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $397 - about $466 less than Monday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Santa Barbara trip for August. Fares historically average $381 round-trip in that month - typically $482 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.
    - The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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