$56 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Reno (RNO)

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Today's featured flight deals from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from San Diego to Reno (SAN-RNO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $56 for one-way flights and $108 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 18
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$108 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from San Diego to Reno, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $108 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 3
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$111 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$111
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from San Diego to Reno, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $111 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 15
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$114 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from San Diego to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $114 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 3 - Sat, Jan 10
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$114 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from San Diego to Reno, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $114 found 6 days ago
Bargain Flight
Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$115 Roundtrip, just found
$115
Roundtrip
just found
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from San Diego to Reno, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $115 just found
Bargain Flight
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$116 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from San Diego to Reno, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $116 found 4 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 8
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from San Diego to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $117 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 5
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$118 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from San Diego to Reno, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $118 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$120 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Diego to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $120 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 15
SAN
San Diego
RNO
Reno
$124 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San Diego to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $124 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Reno (RNO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $75 - $206 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Reno

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

Select flight to Reno-Tahoe Intl. RNO. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 7 minutes. Flights from $158
RNO
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center7 min
Flights from $158
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Reno (RNO)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$108
Distance
489 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 45 mins

San Diego to Reno Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Reno

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 San Diego to Reno are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Reno with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Reno: 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 San Diego to Reno

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 San Diego to Reno in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $56 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 San Diego to Reno 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 San Diego to Reno 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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $56 or cheap return flight from $108 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to RNO is December, when demand is low. Off-peak season is generally when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
When setting off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines are some popular carriers offering competitive fares. Remember that flight prices from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) can vary depending on departure dates, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a SAN to RNO flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
When jetting out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you'll have a choice from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
More travelers fly between SAN and RNO at 10 AM than at any other time. Looking for a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to RNO?
Jet off on a Sunday if you're looking for the biggest selection of flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)'s first flight to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) takes off at approximately 9:50AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 1h 40m, you'll touch down at around 11:30AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Flights from SAN to RNO have an average travel time of 1 hour and 37 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 490 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to RNO?
With 82% of journeys typically arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO). To monitor your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
To avoid possible delays on the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Reno from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you're taking a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno, Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from SAN to RNO generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to RNO flight and hotel package?
Booking a SAN to RNO flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Choose from our wide range of accommodations and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your SAN to RNO flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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