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$66+ Cheap flights from Reno to San Francisco (RNO - SFO)

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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SFO
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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The best prices from Reno to San Francisco are usually found in October or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$120
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$66
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$399
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Cheapest flights from Reno to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/247:37 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop22h 35mFrontier
Tue 4/294:04 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop18h 22mFrontier
Deal found 1/15$120
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 2/186:50 amRNO - SFO
1 stop9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/256:00 amSFO - RNO
1 stop6h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$187
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2612:27 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop12h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/314:40 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$190
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/124:20 pmRNO - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/242:25 pmSFO - RNO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/157:15 amRNO - SFO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Sun 2/161:31 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop21h 57mDelta
Deal found 1/16$300
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/95:55 amRNO - SFO
2 stops14h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/1310:09 amSFO - RNO
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$415
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/158:45 amRNO - SFO
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Sun 2/165:00 amSFO - RNO
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$416

Find flights from Reno to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno to San Francisco 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 16, 2025.

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RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Mon 3/24

7:37 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop22h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

4:04 pm-10:26 am

1 stop18h 22m

$120

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 2/18

6:50 am-4:21 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

6:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$187

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Wed 3/26

12:27 pm-12:43 am

1 stop12h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

4:40 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$190

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Thu 6/12

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

2:25 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$229

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Sun 2/9

5:55 am-8:36 pm

2 stops14h 41m

San Francisco

Thu 2/13

10:09 am-11:08 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$415

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Sat 2/15

8:45 am-5:30 pm

2 stops8h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

5:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 25m

$416

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Mon 3/24

7:37 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$66

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 3/4

1:12 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$87

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Mon 2/17

6:00 am-7:21 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$115

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Sat 2/15

7:15 am-7:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$117

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

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Travel insights for flights from Reno to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Reno to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reno to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Reno to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Reno to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

When flying from Reno to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Reno to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Reno to San Francisco. 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from RNO to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Reno to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Reno, then you need to book flights from Reno to San Francisco. There are 17 flights from Reno (RNO) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Reno are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 14m is how long a nonstop flight from Reno to San Francisco typically takes.

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

    Within the past month, 49 users have taken a look at flights from Reno to San Francisco.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $120. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $187 and $229, respectively. Frontier is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $66. Alaska Airlines flights start at $87 while deals on United Airlines start at $115 one-way.

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

    Consider Copa Airlines (83%), United Airlines (83%) or Avianca (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Reno to San Francisco.

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

    While on average a flight from Reno to San Francisco is generally $1,208, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $123. When looking at the most popular route, (Reno - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $192 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Reno to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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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