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$59+ Cheap flights from Reno (RNO) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SFO
Sep 15 — Sep 221
Tue 9/15
Tue 9/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Reno to Salinas are usually found in March or September, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Reno to Salinas

Cheapest flights from Reno to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:14 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Mon 9/78:15 am -
Nonstop1h 14m
Deal found 8/14$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:51 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Sun 9/62:20 pm -
Nonstop1h 18m
Deal found 8/13$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/117:22 pm -
1 stop19h 07m
Mon 9/1410:24 pm -
1 stop19h 54m
Deal found 8/13$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/167:03 pm -
1 stop13h 11m
Tue 9/2211:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/13$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/167:03 pm -
1 stop13h 11m
Wed 9/2311:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/13$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Fri 9/188:34 am -
1 stop8h 43m
Sun 9/2010:24 pm -
1 stop9h 44m
Deal found 8/11$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/157:03 pm -
1 stop13h 11m
Tue 9/2211:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/13$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/157:03 pm -
1 stop13h 11m
Wed 9/2311:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/13$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:00 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Sun 9/66:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 11m
Deal found 8/11$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/179:03 am -
2 stops12h 24m
Wed 9/2311:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Deal found 8/15$186
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/66:00 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Tue 10/1310:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/14$187

Find flight deals from Reno to Salinas

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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$59
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno to Salinas 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 August 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to Salinas that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Mon 12/7

1:42 pm-2:59 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Thu 12/10

10:35 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$187
Quickest round-trip

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Wed 9/16

6:00 am-7:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 9/19

4:30 pm-5:41 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$187

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Sat 9/5

6:51 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

2:20 pm-3:38 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$213

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 9/29

7:28 am-2:45 pm

1 stop7h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

3:31 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$239

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Sun 9/27

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

10:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$259

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 10/6

11:26 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 10/13

1:47 pm-11:28 am

2 stops21h 41m

$270

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 9/29

1:57 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

7:00 am-6:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$275

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 9/1

6:25 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop4h 37m

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

8:15 am-9:29 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$277

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Fri 10/23

10:17 am-2:52 pm

1 stop4h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 10/26

4:32 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$277
Cheapest one-way

RenoSan Francisco

RNO Reno - SFO San Francisco

RNOSFO

Reno

Sat 9/5

2:14 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from Reno to Salinas

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RNO to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Reno to Salinas in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Reno to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Reno to Salinas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 16, 2026.

The most flights from RNO to S9N are scheduled on a Friday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Reno to Salinas?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Reno to Salinas flights typically cost between $249 and $449 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $117 on United Airlines (Dec 8-Dec 8).

What is the cheapest day to fly from Reno to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reno to Salinas. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Reno to Salinas flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated August 16, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Reno to Salinas, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reno to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Reno to Salinas?

    Located just 2.7 mi from the city center, Reno is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Salinas from Reno. Booking flights from Reno (RNO) to Salinas should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily outbound flights to Salinas from 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Reno to Salinas flight route?

    This flight path from Reno to Salinas was viewed by 15 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 Reno to Salinas?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly from Reno to Salinas in about 1h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 25m. Reno and Salinas are separated by a distance of 192 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Reno to Salinas?

    Consider Air New Zealand (50%), SkyWest Airlines (50%) or Air Canada (44%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Reno to Salinas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Reno to Salinas?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Reno to Salinas? While on average our users pay $1,022, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $114. The most popular route (Reno - San Francisco), is priced around $117.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Reno to Salinas?

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

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Reno to Salinas

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Reno to Salinas. 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 August 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$154Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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