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$70+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SMF
maj 15 — maj 221
fre. 5/15
fre. 5/22
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on april 15, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
tor. 5/78:56 am
LAX
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 43m
United Airlines
ons. 5/137:15 pm
RNO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
tir. 5/59:15 am
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop4h 01m
United Airlines
tir. 5/57:15 pm
RNO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$142
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
tor. 5/288:09 pm
LAX
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
tir. 6/26:55 pm
RNO
-
LAX
1 stop3h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/11$143
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 6/99:17 am
LAX
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
tir. 6/166:00 am
RNO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15$146
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
man. 5/183:40 pm
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop4h 24m
United Airlines
ons. 5/207:15 pm
RNO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
man. 5/1810:07 pm
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop17h 43m
Frontier
ons. 5/204:35 pm
RNO
-
LAX
1 stop26h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$151
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
man. 5/45:40 pm
LAX
-
RNO
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
tir. 5/54:00 pm
RNO
-
LAX
2 stops6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
tir. 5/510:55 am
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
tor. 5/145:25 pm
RNO
-
LAX
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14$157
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
lør. 5/96:30 am
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop4h 45m
Multiple Airlines
man. 5/1111:27 am
RNO
-
LAX
1 stop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
tir. 6/26:30 am
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop4h 45m
Spirit Airlines
ons. 6/312:10 pm
RNO
-
LAX
1 stop10h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
man. 5/48:58 pm
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop14h 17m
Multiple Airlines
tir. 5/124:35 pm
RNO
-
LAX
1 stop16h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$161
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
tor. 5/711:15 am
LAX
-
RNO
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
tir. 5/124:00 pm
RNO
-
LAX
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13$162

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated april 15, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$137
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One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

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May

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 april 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

tor. 5/7

9:59 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Reno

man. 5/11

7:34 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$177

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

tor. 5/7

5:40 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Reno

man. 5/11

4:20 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$187

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

tor. 5/28

6:00 am-9:27 am

1 stop3h 27m

Reno

man. 6/1

6:55 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop3h 42m

$192

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

man. 6/29

9:15 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Reno

ons. 7/1

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$253

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

lør. 7/11

8:18 am-9:52 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Reno

tor. 7/16

7:02 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$269

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

fre. 5/29

8:22 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 36m

Reno

søn. 5/31

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$279

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

tir. 7/14

8:05 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Reno

tir. 7/21

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$279
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

lør. 5/2

11:05 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Reno

man. 5/4

6:30 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$283

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

ons. 5/13

4:50 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops5h 45m

Reno

ons. 5/20

4:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$287

Los AngelesReno

LAX - RNO

LAXRNO

Los Angeles

ons. 7/1

7:00 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Reno

søn. 7/12

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$288

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe, you should look to book at least 44 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 Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe (average of $43). Flying from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $87). 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 LAX to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 april 15, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 april 15, 2026.

The most flights from LAX to SL9 are scheduled on a Monday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles 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 april 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,839 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,592 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe. 8 airlines have flights from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe on a regular basis. Booking flights from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 23 outbound flights to South Lake Tahoe per day.

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe have been viewed 74 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Departing from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe will take you 1h 25m. The distance between Los Angeles and South Lake Tahoe is about 391 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 Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $41. Users have also found prices from $48 and $49 on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    Consider Virgin Australia (94%), Avianca (92%) or Virgin Atlantic (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $240 for a flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe. The cheapest flight overall is $43 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Reno) is currently priced at $97.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe (average of $43). Flying from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $87). 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 8 airlines flying from Los Angeles to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 april 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$43Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$48Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$49Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$93Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$97Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$98Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$104Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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