South Lake Tahoe

$69+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to South Lake Tahoe, 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — SMF
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in September or April, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Cheapest flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/3010:29 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Fri 1/21:28 pmRNO - DEN
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$342
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:29 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Wed 12/318:52 amRNO - DEN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/297:00 amDEN - RNO
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/259:28 pmRNO - DEN
2 stops36h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$406
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/2310:29 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Fri 12/268:52 amRNO - DEN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$427
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:29 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/302:52 pmRNO - DEN
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$509
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/2110:37 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop14h 59mFrontier
Fri 1/28:52 amRNO - DEN
1 stop14h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$518
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:29 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/292:52 pmRNO - DEN
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$566
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/2310:29 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/302:52 pmRNO - DEN
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$585
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/3010:37 pmDEN - RNO
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/28:52 amRNO - DEN
2 stops13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$597

Find flight deals from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Denver to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$142
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$69
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$438
Provider with most accurate pricing for Denver Intl-Reno flight deals.
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From Denver Intl to South Lake Tahoe
One-way flight from Denver Intl to South Lake Tahoe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

Fly from

Denver

Fly to

South Lake Tahoe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Wed 1/21

11:25 am-7:46 pm

2 stops9h 21m

Reno

Mon 1/26

12:21 pm-10:27 am

1 stop21h 06m

$159

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Sat 2/14

9:27 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Reno

Sat 2/21

5:05 pm-3:56 am

1 stop9h 51m

$162

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Mon 2/2

7:39 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Reno

Thu 2/5

12:04 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$238

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops13h 37m

Reno

Sat 3/7

7:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$248

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Mon 1/19

7:39 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop19h 49m

Reno

Fri 1/23

12:04 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$268

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Wed 3/11

6:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Reno

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$272

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops13h 37m

Reno

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$278

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Sat 2/14

7:40 am-11:23 pm

1 stop16h 43m

Reno

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$303

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Sun 1/18

6:49 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$85

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

Thu 1/1

10:29 pm-7:57 am

1 stop10h 28m

$112

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Deals found on 12/22

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Lake Tahoe from Denver with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe (average of $46). Flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 DEN to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Denver to South Lake Tahoe in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. 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 December 23, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to SL9 are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Reviews of airlines servicing South Lake Tahoe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Lake Tahoe. 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 South Lake Tahoe. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. 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.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Denver Intl (DEN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. You should not have trouble finding flights to South Lake Tahoe from Denver Intl; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to South Lake Tahoe per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Denver airport to South Lake Tahoe. It is only a 18.5 mi journey to Denver Intl (DEN) from Denver’s city center.

  • How popular is this Denver to South Lake Tahoe flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Frontier and Alaska Airlines can get you from Denver to South Lake Tahoe in just under 7h 43m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 27m. The distance from Denver to South Lake Tahoe is about 802 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Denver to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe are Frontier ($46), Southwest ($108), and United Airlines ($125).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe on time: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Lufthansa (89%), Copa Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe? While on average our users pay $251, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $50. The most popular route (Denver Intl - Reno), is priced around $154.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to South Lake Tahoe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to South Lake Tahoe 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe (average of $46). Flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 5 airlines flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$69Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$83Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$148Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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