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$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Reno (SAN - RNO)

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SAN — RNO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Reno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Reno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:04 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop2h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/58:52 amRNO - SAN
1 stop4h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$265
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop10h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amRNO - SAN
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$310
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:14 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Mon 12/298:52 amRNO - SAN
1 stop4h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:15 amSAN - RNO
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Fri 1/95:30 amRNO - SAN
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/16$362
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:04 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop2h 03mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/46:33 amRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/279:04 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop2h 03mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/97:45 amRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$369
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:05 pmSAN - RNO
2 stops18h 09mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/217:45 amRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$375
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:14 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Fri 12/268:52 amRNO - SAN
1 stop4h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:20 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Fri 1/97:40 amRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:30 amSAN - RNO
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Sat 1/36:00 amRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$427

Find flight deals from San Diego to Reno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Reno (RNO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$92 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Reno flight deals.
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From San Diego to Reno
One-way flight from San Diego to Reno
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Reno.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Reno.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Reno that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Reno that are best for you.

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SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Sat 1/17

6:50 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Reno

Mon 1/19

5:40 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$137

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 1/13

7:35 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Reno

Tue 1/20

7:40 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$137

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Wed 1/14

8:59 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Reno

Tue 1/20

7:45 am-9:32 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$142

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Thu 1/15

8:59 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Reno

Sat 1/17

3:08 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$142

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 2/3

6:20 am-2:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Reno

Wed 2/4

7:40 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$142

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Thu 1/8

7:35 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Reno

Sun 1/11

5:20 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 55m

$142

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 1/13

4:00 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Reno

Tue 1/20

1:57 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$157

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Fri 1/23

7:03 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Reno

Mon 1/26

6:09 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$157

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Fri 1/9

7:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Reno

Sun 1/11

7:55 am-12:49 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$157

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:59 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Reno

Thu 1/22

7:45 am-9:32 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$157

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Reno

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Reno in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Reno flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Reno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Reno flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Reno flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Reno flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Reno

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Reno from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Reno

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Reno?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Reno. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Reno, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Reno?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Reno (average of $77). Flying from San Diego to Reno in July is currently the most expensive (average of $165). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to RNO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Reno. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from San Diego to Reno by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Reno?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Reno. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Reno flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for San Diego to Reno flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Reno trip
Airports
SAN

Plan to arrive at SAN at least two hours before your flight to avoid stress from potential traffic congestion.

RNO

For easy access to Reno, rideshare services have a designated pickup area a short walk from baggage claim at RNO.

Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on RNO

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Reno

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reno. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Reno. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Reno, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Reno. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Reno?

    If you wish to fly to Reno from San Diego, then you need to book flights from San Diego to Reno. There are 2 flights from San Diego (SAN) to Reno (RNO) per day to choose from. Flights to Reno from San Diego are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 35m is how long a nonstop flight from San Diego to Reno typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Reno flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Reno?

    For as low as $137, Southwest can have you in Reno from San Diego in 1h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 489 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Reno round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $79, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Diego to Reno.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. Spirit Airlines is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Reno one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $39. Alaska Airlines flights start at $58 while deals on Southwest start at $68 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Reno?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Diego to Reno on time: Hawaiian Airlines (81%), SkyWest Airlines (80%), Alaska Airlines (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Reno?

    On average you can expect to pay $204 for a flight from San Diego to Reno. The cheapest flight overall is $67 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Reno) is currently priced at $117.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Reno that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Reno flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Reno?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Reno.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Reno?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Reno by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Reno?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Reno (average of $77). Flying from San Diego to Reno in July is currently the most expensive (average of $165). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Reno

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Reno. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$96Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$144Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$157Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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