$41 Cheap Flights from Reno (RNO) to San Diego (SAN)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $41 for one-way flights and $81 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$81 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$81
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Reno to San Diego, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $81 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jul 16 - Sun, Jul 20
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Reno to San Diego, returning Sun, Jul 20, priced at $97 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jul 19 - Tue, Jul 22
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$100 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Reno to San Diego, returning Tue, Jul 22, priced at $100 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Sun, Jul 20
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$101 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$101
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from Reno to San Diego, returning Sun, Jul 20, priced at $101 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 17 - Tue, Jul 22
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$106 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 17 from Reno to San Diego, returning Tue, Jul 22, priced at $106 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$107 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Reno to San Diego, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $107 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Reno to San Diego, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $117 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$126 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Reno to San Diego, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $126 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
RNO
Reno
SAN
San Diego
$132 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Reno to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $132 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 2
RNO
Reno
CLD
Carlsbad
$159 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Reno to Carlsbad, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $159 found 2 hours ago

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

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $72 - $222 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Reno (RNO) to San Diego (SAN)
Origin airport
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$81
Distance
489 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 53 mins

Reno to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Reno to San Diego

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

 

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

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

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 Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $41 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 Diego 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 Diego 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 Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting from $81 from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving RNO on July 25 2025 and touching down at SAN. The price was last updated on June 29 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from RNO to SAN?
The cheapest flights from RNO to SAN are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you're departing from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), you can jump on a direct flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from RNO to SAN?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from RNO to SAN is Spirit Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $41. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from RNO on August 31 2025. Prices were last updated on June 29 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When departing from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), you'll have a choice from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
More people fly between RNO and SAN at 12 PM than at any other time. Looking for a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from RNO to SAN?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The earliest flight jetting off from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) is at around 7:20AM UTC-8. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) at approximately 9:05AM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 1h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The average flight duration from RNO to SAN is 1 hour and 37 minutes, covering a distance of 490 mi.
What airline has the least delays from RNO to SAN?
Southwest Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), with an on-time rating of 80%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight status before you head off and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To avoid potential delays on the Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures 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 San Diego from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
If you've booked a direct flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from RNO to SAN right before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a RNO to SAN flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a RNO to SAN flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your RNO to SAN flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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