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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $377-$564
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Sun 10/28Thu 11/1
LAX - TYS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$112
Typical prices: $196-$340
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Mon 10/1
LAX - TYS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Knoxville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
10 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 10% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $376 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 6h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville (LAX-TYS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Knoxville

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
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2:03 pm - 1:11 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
20h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:29 pm - 3:07 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
20h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$267Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:15 pm - 8:39 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
24h 24m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:42 pm - 9:19 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
14h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$271Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 11
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12:10 pm - 10:27 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:45 am - 5:33 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$317Delta
Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 11
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5:05 am - 8:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
11h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:45 pm - 11:05 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$328Southwest
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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8:10 am - 8:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
9h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:13 pm - 12:26 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
9h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$340Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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11:30 pm - 9:54 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 1:17 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$340United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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11:30 pm - 9:45 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:01 am - 4:59 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$363American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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11:30 pm - 9:45 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:01 am - 4:59 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$363American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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10:35 pm - 9:45 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:03 pm - 10:20 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$363United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23
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5:35 am - 5:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
9h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl
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1:55 pm - 7:15 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 20m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$368Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Knoxville flights

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Knoxville, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Knoxville?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Knoxville at $414 round-trip.
  • June ($547) and November ($486) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Knoxville the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Knoxville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$112
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville

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

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

  • Is there a kids’ play area at LAX?

    Yes, there's a beach-themed kid play called LAX Beach. It's located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal. The area is ideal for kids between 2 and 11 years old and has playing items, including pieces sculptured to represent the ocean, such as dolphins, beach toys, and waves.

  • Is there public transport from TYS to downtown Knoxville?

    The airport isn’t served by any means of public transport. However, you can get to the city by taxi or Uber and Lift shared services. Alternatively, you can drive to downtown Knoxville, which is the most convenient option.

  • Which is the most sustainable flight from Los Angeles to Knoxville?

    Sustainable flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville are offered by United Airlines. These flights target a 100% green environment by 2050. For decades, United Airlines have ensured efficiency by over 45%.

  • Are departure and arrival airports hubs for any airlines?

    Los Angeles International Airport is a hub for several airlines, including Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. In addition, it's a focus for Norwegian, Air New Zealand, Southwest, and Qantas Airlines. At the same time, Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport works as a focus city for Allegiant Air.

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% 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 Los Angeles to Knoxville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Los Angeles to Knoxville route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $401 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $545, a difference of $144. 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 expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Knoxville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 17% above the route average of $458. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Knoxville?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Knoxville takes 0h 00m, covering 1,944 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Knoxville?

    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 are flight prices from Los Angeles to Knoxville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Knoxville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 59m, compared with 7h 00m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 17m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Knoxville?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)?

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Thrifty
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Payless

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

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Knoxville range from $377 to $564, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $377 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Knoxville 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $401 - about $144 less than Sunday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Knoxville trip for August. Fares historically average $414 round-trip in that month - typically $133 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • You can use FlyAway from downtown Los Angeles to get to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Alternatively, you can use the Metro C Green Line. However, when using the train, you need to catch a shuttle at the airport terminals to get inside the airport.
  • LAX offers several parking areas. If you drive to the airport, on-site parking slots are located at Terminal 1 at P1, Terminal 2 at P2A and P2B, Terminal 3 at P3, and Terminal 4 at P4. The rates are $4 every 30 minutes. If you prefer off-site parking, you can find parking lots less than 15min from the airport. Some off-site slots include hotels such as 105, Sheraton, and Quickpark, with rates ranging between $6 and $20 per day.
  • There are at least 21 lounges at LAX. If you need to eat or have a shower, you can do so in one of the lounges as you wait for your flight. For example, if you book Air Canada, you can access Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Terminal 6. Other lounges at the airport include USO Lounge, located outside the terminals, American Airlines Admirals Club, located at Terminal 4, 5, and the Regional Terminal, and Delta Sky Club North and South, located at Terminal 3.
  • After arriving at Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), you can visit nearby cities. Some cities served by this airport include Cleveland, Oak Ridge, Morristown, Lenoir City, Farragut, Soddy-Daisy, Clinton, Maryville, Athens, and Sevierville.
  • There are several car rentals near TYS if you need a rental car to get to the city. However, you should have the necessary documents, such as a valid driver's license and be at least 21 years old to rent a vehicle. Several car rentals include Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, and Budget, near the airport terminals.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Los Angeles to Knoxville

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Los Angeles (LAX)
Knoxville (TYS)