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$67+ Cheap flights from Reno to San Diego (RNO - SAN)

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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SAN
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 2/266:00 am
RNO
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Thu 3/59:30 pm
SAN
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/233:39 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop21h 34m
Frontier
Fri 3/279:58 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop17h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/268:39 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Thu 3/52:38 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$143
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/267:30 am
RNO
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/52:38 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/231:39 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop5h 56m
Frontier
Thu 2/262:38 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$148
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/207:30 am
RNO
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 2/239:29 pm
SAN
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/233:39 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop21h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/269:59 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$156
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/253:05 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop3h 40m
Delta
Wed 3/45:00 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/207:30 am
RNO
-
SAN
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/232:05 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:00 am
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop6h 03m
American Airlines
Tue 2/241:09 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/29$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/198:38 pm
RNO
-
SAN
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/269:59 pm
SAN
-
RNO
1 stop15h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$160

Find flight deals from Reno to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) to San Diego (SAN). 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$67
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$197

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno to San Diego 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to San Diego that are best for you.

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RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Mon 3/9

5:55 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Fri 3/13

9:30 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$137

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Sat 2/21

7:30 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

9:29 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$137

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Fri 2/20

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Diego

Mon 2/23

8:30 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$137

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Diego

Thu 3/5

9:30 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$137

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Fri 4/3

5:55 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Mon 4/6

9:30 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$152

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Sun 3/15

5:40 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Sun 3/15

9:10 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$152

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Sat 4/11

7:00 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$152

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Wed 2/25

3:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop3h 40m

San Diego

Wed 3/4

5:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$157

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Fri 4/10

6:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 03m

San Diego

Mon 4/13

6:20 am-10:28 am

1 stop4h 08m

$157

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

San Diego

Fri 3/13

6:15 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$157

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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 Reno to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice 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 Reno-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Reno-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Reno-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Reno-San Diego 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 Reno-San Diego 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 Reno to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Reno to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reno to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Reno to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San Diego (average of $80). Flying from Reno to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 RNO to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Reno to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

The best insider tips for Reno to San Diego flights

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Reno to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,830 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reno to San Diego. 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 Reno to San Diego?

    If you book a flight from Reno to San Diego, you will be flying from Reno to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Reno (RNO) take 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Reno to San Diego per day from 7 airlines.

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

    This flight path from Reno to San Diego was viewed by 37 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 San Diego?

    There are many flights that can get you from Reno to San Diego in 1h 40m. Fly via Southwest or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Reno to San Diego is about 489 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Reno to San Diego round-trip from $79. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $89, and Frontier, from $90. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $39 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $48 and $58, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Reno to San Diego are Southwest (81%), SkyWest Airlines (78%) and Hawaiian Airlines (68%).

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

    While on average a flight from Reno to San Diego is generally $306, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $68. When looking at the most popular route, (Reno - San Diego), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reno to San Diego 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 Reno to San Diego?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San Diego (average of $80). Flying from Reno to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 7 airlines flying from Reno to San Diego

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Reno to San Diego. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$89Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$90Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$97Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$97Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$135Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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