Travelling from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS): What you need to know
The timezone in Knoxville is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento. Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is located in Knoxville.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sacramento to TYS, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport off to a leisurely start. Just a short drive from Sacramento International Airport, spend the night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of SMF.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
SCK is about 72 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your getaway? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to TYS flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are ready to check you in.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time performance of 59%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near TYS instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for TYS is 2055 Alcoa Highway.
Getting from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) to central Knoxville
Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Knoxville. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
$257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. A return flight starts from $550. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sacramento to TYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
June is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Plan your visit to Knoxville in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Knoxville is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Sacramento to TYS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Knoxville
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Knoxville:
You'll find loads of things to do in Knoxville when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Ijams Nature Centre followed by McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture and World's Fair Park.
Explore more of the United States
Knoxville will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres east of Knoxville, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Nashville is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres west of Knoxville. No journey is complete without experiencing Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.