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$86+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SMF
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/258:01 pmIAH - RNO
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/710:45 amRNO - IAH
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$374
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:28 pmIAH - RNO
1 stop11h 29mFrontier
Fri 12/268:52 amRNO - IAH
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$383
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amIAH - RNO
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Wed 1/71:15 pmRNO - IAH
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/17$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amIAH - RNO
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:05 amRNO - IAH
2 stops8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$389
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:32 pmIAH - RNO
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/18:00 amRNO - IAH
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/318:01 pmIAH - RNO
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:44 pmRNO - IAH
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:40 amHOU - RNO
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3011:59 pmRNO - HOU
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/308:01 pmIAH - RNO
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:44 pmRNO - IAH
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$427
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:28 pmIAH - RNO
1 stop11h 29mFrontier
Mon 12/298:52 amRNO - IAH
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$433
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/305:55 pmHOU - RNO
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:10 pmRNO - HOU
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/198:01 pmIAH - RNO
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/67:15 amRNO - IAH
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/192:32 pmHOU - RNO
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Fri 2/610:55 pmRNO - HOU
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/17$449

Find flight deals from Houston to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$153
(Spirit)

One-way from

$86
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$473
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-7:46 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Reno

Sat 2/7

11:35 am-12:19 am

2 stops10h 44m

$180

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

7:41 pm-10:40 am

1 stop16h 59m

Reno

Sat 1/17

8:41 pm-7:21 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$180

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/15

10:12 pm-7:21 pm

1 stop23h 09m

Reno

Fri 2/20

3:47 pm-5:54 am

1 stop12h 07m

$223

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

7:58 am-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 44m

Reno

Wed 3/4

11:35 am-11:32 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$237

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

7:58 am-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 44m

Reno

Wed 3/4

8:38 pm-5:54 am

1 stop7h 16m

$256

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/15

7:58 am-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 44m

Reno

Fri 2/20

8:38 pm-12:30 am

2 stops25h 52m

$262

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-4:24 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Reno

Sat 2/7

11:35 am-12:19 am

2 stops10h 44m

$262

HoustonReno

HOU - RNO

HOURNO

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/11

5:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Reno

Sun 2/15

4:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 55m

$289

HoustonReno

HOU - RNO

HOURNO

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 10m

Reno

Mon 1/26

3:03 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$289

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/27

2:59 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Reno

Mon 3/30

11:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop9h 10m

$289

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe, you should look to book at least 12 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 Houston to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe (average of $60). Flying from Houston to South Lake Tahoe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $223). 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 HOU to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to South Lake Tahoe at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston 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 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston to South Lake Tahoe have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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

    Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and American Airlines can get you from Houston to South Lake Tahoe in just under 6h. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 46m. The distance from Houston to South Lake Tahoe is about 1543 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 to fly from Houston to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $81 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $119 and Delta from $128 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to South Lake Tahoe is $511. On average you can expect to pay $607. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Reno), can usually be booked for $158.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston 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 Houston to South Lake Tahoe.

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe (average of $60). Flying from Houston to South Lake Tahoe in December is currently the most expensive (average of $223). 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 6 airlines flying from Houston to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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