$55 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Reno (RNO)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $55 for one-way flights and $120 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $120 just found
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$130 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $130 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$136 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $136 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $140 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$142 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $142 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $146 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$151 Roundtrip, just found
$151
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $151 just found
United
Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $179 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$222 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$222
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $222 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
RNO
Reno
$223 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Francisco to Reno, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $223 found 1 hour ago

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

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $130 - $324 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 $189
RNO
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center7 min
Flights from $189
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Reno (RNO)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
192 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 8 mins

San Francisco to Reno Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Reno in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $55 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $55 or cheap return flight from $120 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
The cheapest month to fly from SFO to RNO is December, when demand is low. Off-peak season is generally when you'll find lower airfares between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Take a direct flight with United Airlines and head straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SFO to RNO, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
When jetting out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you can take your pick from an average of 5 daily direct flights to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
More people fly between SFO and RNO at 7 PM than at any other time of day. Rather go when it's quieter? Try choosing a quieter departure window and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to RNO?
If you fly on a Saturday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 8:45AM UTC-8, leaving from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for approximately 1h 11m, touching down at Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) at approximately 9:56AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
The average flight duration from SFO to RNO is 1 hour and 12 minutes, covering a total distance of 190 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Opt for a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Check out your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO). This is the only airport in Reno you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from SFO to RNO often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to RNO flight and hotel package?
Booking a SFO to RNO flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations and then add activities, flights and car rentals 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
If you booked your SFO to RNO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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