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$64+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Reno (SAN - RNO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — RNO
Apr 13 — Apr 201
Mon 4/13
Mon 4/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 14, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 4/227:25 am
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Sat 4/259:35 am
RNO
-
SAN
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 4/152:12 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/218:35 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop16h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$149
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/285:00 pm
SAN
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/297:25 am
RNO
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 3/269:59 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/302:41 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop22h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Tue 4/72:49 pm
SAN
-
RNO
2 stops43h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/1411:35 am
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop25h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 3/252:08 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop23h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/318:38 pm
RNO
-
SAN
2 stops34h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 3/242:08 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop20h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/318:38 pm
RNO
-
SAN
2 stops34h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 4/142:12 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:44 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop22h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 3/252:08 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop23h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/298:38 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 3/242:08 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop20h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/298:38 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 5/62:47 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop4h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/911:02 am
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop6h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 3/312:08 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop20h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/18:38 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop23h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$170

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 March 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Southwest)

One-way from

$64
(WAYA)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$296

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 March 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Reno that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 4/28

5:00 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Reno

Wed 4/29

7:25 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$157

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Wed 5/6

7:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 00m

Reno

Sat 5/9

8:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$167

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 4/7

6:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Reno

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$167

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Sat 4/4

9:15 pm-8:05 am

1 stop10h 50m

Reno

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$173

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 4/14

7:25 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Reno

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$207
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 4/28

5:00 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Reno

Mon 5/4

12:14 pm-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$227

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Thu 4/2

8:40 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Reno

Sun 4/5

5:40 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$229

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Tue 4/28

6:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Reno

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-9:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

$237

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Fri 4/3

8:48 pm-10:38 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Reno

Mon 4/6

7:00 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$237
Cheapest one-way

San DiegoReno

SAN - RNO

SANRNO

San Diego

Sat 5/9

5:00 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$79

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Reno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Reno, you should look to book at least 63 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 $178). 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 March 14, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 37% 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 February 21, 2026.

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. Sunday afternoons 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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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

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

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 March 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Reno, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,051 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,518 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,032 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,318 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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 4 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?

    The San Diego to Reno flight path was viewed by 9 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $157, Alaska Airlines can have you in Reno from San Diego in 1h 48m. Airlines will cover a distance of 489 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 Frontier start at $67 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: SkyWest Airlines (93%), Alaska Airlines (85%), Hawaiian Airlines (83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $247 for a flight from San Diego to Reno. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Reno) is currently priced at $164.

  • 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 $178). 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 March 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$96Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$147Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$155Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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