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Cheapest round-trip
$377
Typical prices: $397-$607
Southwest
Thu 1/25Thu 2/1
TYS - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$224
Typical prices: $212-$308
American Airlines
Thu 12/6
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
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $536 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 52m (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

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
Southwest Logo
5:50 pm - 10:10 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 3:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$377Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 9:13 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$382United Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
Delta Logo
2:34 pm - 10:02 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 9:25 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
13h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$387Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:13 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
17h 43m3 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 9:05 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
11h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$523United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 11:45 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 11:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$627American Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:00 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 11:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$632American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:59 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 10:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$725United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 9:08 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
14h 34m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$730United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:00 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 11:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
10h 21m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$831American 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 typically range from $397 to $607. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $377, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 68% higher.

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Key details for Knoxville to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$224
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to Santa Barbara takes 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.

  • 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 $607, with an average of $512 over the past 12 months. Anything below $397 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $377 to $831. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 $663, which is 190% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • 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).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Knoxville to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $447 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $863, a difference of $416.

    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 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 52m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 06m 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $447, about $416 less than Monday fares (48% 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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