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$165+ Cheap flights from Reno (RNO) to San José (SJO)

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SJO
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Reno to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Reno to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:07 pmRNO - SJO
3 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - RNO
3 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$408
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/510:56 amRNO - SJO
2 stops23h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/181:30 amSJO - RNO
2 stops24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$409
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:30 amRNO - SJO
3 stops25h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/251:20 pmSJO - RNO
2 stops23h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$461
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/42:53 pmRNO - SJO
2 stops19h 32mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/161:30 amSJO - RNO
1 stop11h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$485
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/59:23 amRNO - SJO
1 stop12h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/161:30 amSJO - RNO
1 stop11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$494
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 12/69:23 amRNO - SJO
1 stop12h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/161:30 amSJO - RNO
1 stop11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$495
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 12/69:23 amRNO - SJO
1 stop12h 25mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/181:30 amSJO - RNO
2 stops24h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$497
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/38:04 pmRNO - SJO
2 stops49h 44mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/181:30 amSJO - RNO
2 stops24h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$505
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/32:43 pmRNO - SJO
2 stops55h 05mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/161:30 amSJO - RNO
1 stop11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$507
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/59:23 amRNO - SJO
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/173:05 pmSJO - RNO
2 stops34h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$509
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/48:04 pmRNO - SJO
2 stops25h 44mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/181:30 amSJO - RNO
2 stops24h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$510

Cheap flight deals from Reno to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) to San José (SJO). 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$408
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$165
(Priceline)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$560
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno to San José 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to San José that are best for you.

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RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Wed 12/3

12:07 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops25h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:31 pm-1:58 pm

3 stops26h 27m

$408

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Wed 12/3

8:04 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops49h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/18

1:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops24h 14m

$505

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Sun 12/7

6:00 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops27h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:30 am-10:57 am

1 stop11h 27m

$535

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Sun 4/26

6:26 am-9:55 pm

1 stop14h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/8

11:59 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$536

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Sat 12/6

9:23 am-11:48 pm

1 stop12h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/20

1:30 am-11:52 pm

1 stop24h 22m

$548

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Wed 12/3

8:04 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops49h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/20

1:30 am-8:54 am

2 stops33h 24m

$548

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Wed 12/3

5:40 am-8:30 pm

2 stops12h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

9:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$549

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Sun 1/11

5:20 am-7:30 pm

2 stops12h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/18

9:40 am-9:10 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$549

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Wed 1/14

5:18 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops52h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

1:16 am-9:44 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$549

RenoSan José

RNO - SJO

RNOSJO

Reno

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

6:20 am-10:13 pm

1 stop17h 53m

$552

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Deals found on 11/6

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Compare providers for flights from Reno to San José

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 José in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Reno-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Reno-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Reno-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 José 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 José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Reno with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reno to San José. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Reno to San José, you should look to book at least 6 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 Reno to San José?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San José (average of $193). Flying from Reno to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Reno to San José in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Reno to San José 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
11,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,003 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Reno to San José in 14h 29m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Reno and San José is about 2985 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 Reno to San José round-trip?

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at $394. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $395 and $453, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San José (average of $193). Flying from Reno to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 4 airlines flying from Reno to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Reno to San José. 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$394Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$395Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$453Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$503Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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