$61 Cheap Flights from Reno (RNO) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Reno to San Francisco (RNO-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $61 for one-way flights and $152 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$152 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $152 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$160 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $160 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$175 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $175 found 6 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$176 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $176 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 15
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$177 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $177 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 28
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $179 just found
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$182 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $182 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$183 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $183 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$187 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $187 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Dec 14 - Tue, Dec 16
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$203 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $203 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Reno (RNO) to San Francisco (SFO)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $137 - $372 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $321
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $321
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $477
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $477

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $61 or cheap return flight from $152 from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The cheapest month to fly from RNO to SFO is December, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is typically when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you're departing from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), you can jump on a direct flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and baggage options all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest RNO to SFO flight.
How many flights per day from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When flying out of Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), you can choose from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 10 AM departures from RNO to SFO are the top choice for many travelers. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save on your trip, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from RNO to SFO?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)'s earliest flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) departs at approximately 6:00AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 1h 26m, you'll arrive at around 7:26AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 190 mi from RNO to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from RNO to SFO?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 83%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Hop on a direct flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco and land at any one of these airports:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from RNO to SFO often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a RNO to SFO flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a RNO to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your RNO to SFO flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$152
Distance
192 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 24 mins

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Reno to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Reno to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Reno to San Francisco are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Reno to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Reno to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Reno to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Reno to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Reno to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $61 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Reno to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Reno to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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