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

• Economy Class
• First Class

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

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.

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Knoxville range from $438 to $670, with an average of $536 over the past 12 months. Anything below $438 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $536 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $293 to $1,329. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Sacramento to Knoxville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $80 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Thrifty
• Avis

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

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 6% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Sacramento to Knoxville. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $472 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $677, a difference of $205.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 10m, compared with 7h 22m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 25m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

Several airlines operating flights from SMF to TYS offer services for unaccompanied minors. Consider Southwest Airlines, which allows children aged 5 to 11 to travel independently on this route. The airlines' dedicated ground staff will check in the child before handing them to the trained cabin crew members. Your children will also enjoy priority check-in, boarding, security screening, and disembarkation to guarantee a smooth travel experience.

Several flight options are available for environmental conservatives traveling to Knoxville from Sacramento. United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines offer the most sustainable flights to Knoxville from Sacramento. American Airlines, for example, recycles an average of 21,000 lbs of aluminum cans through their flight services. The airline advocates for passenger water bottles that reduce the need for single-use plastics.

Most connecting flights from Sacramento to Knoxville have one stop. American Airlines offers connecting flights to Knoxville via Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Denver International Airport (DEN) serves as a hub for United Airlines. On the other hand, Delta Air Lines have a layover in Atlanta at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

American Airlines offers multiple family-friendly amenities to guarantee a seamless flight for your family. The airline has efficient kid-friendly flights across this route. Passengers can leverage the children's seats beside their parents with no extra charges. Consider pre-selecting seats to ensure you sit together as a family during the flight. Kids can have fun with the stickers, pencils, and games available on the flights. The unique animated entertainment for kids also offers an alternative to engage your family. In-flight entertainment, kid-friendly meal choices, and complimentary snacks will ease your flight experience.