Flying from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Sacramento's main airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) taking off from either of these.
McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Sacramento.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to TYS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Get your flight from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick ride from Sacramento International Airport, spend the night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SMF.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in around 3 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 88 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your holiday? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Airport the night before your Sacramento to TYS flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are ready when you are.
55.67% of flights departing Stockton Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TYS:
Explore without limits with a McGhee Tyson Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Avis and venture far and wide through Knoxville and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The address for TYS is 2055 Alcoa Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport is $319. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $640. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Sacramento to TYS, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Plan your visit to Knoxville in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Sacramento to TYS flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Knoxville to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 11ºC.
More about Knoxville
After booking your flight from Sacramento to McGhee Tyson Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Knoxville:
Your trip to Knoxville should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Ijams Nature Centre, McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and World's Fair Park.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Knoxville, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres east to Charlotte to check off its popular sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres west of Knoxville, Nashville is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
