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$111+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SMF
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$225
(Frontier)

One-way from

$111
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$357
From New York (NYC) to South Lake Tahoe
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 10/206:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
jue. 10/237:24 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop14h 32mFrontier
lun. 10/137:24 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/46:50 amJFK - RNO
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/99:54 amRNO - JFK
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/297:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/510:19 amRNO - JFK
1 stop17h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$232
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/196:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop14h 31mFrontier
lun. 10/277:24 pmRNO - JFK
2 stops13h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/156:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/226:25 amRNO - JFK
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mar. 10/146:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop19h 13mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/1911:51 amRNO - JFK
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$239
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/86:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop19h 13mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/156:25 amRNO - JFK
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$243
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/317:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop13h 31mFrontier
vie. 11/77:19 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mar. 10/76:00 amEWR - RNO
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/141:37 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/228:44 amLGA - RNO
2 stops17h 28mSpirit Airlines
mié. 10/296:25 amRNO - LGA
2 stops11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/45:00 pmLGA - RNO
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/911:16 amRNO - LGA
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$254

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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New York

Fly to

South Lake Tahoe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 12/4

6:50 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Reno

mar. 12/9

9:54 am-9:04 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$231

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

mar. 10/7

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop8h 57m

Reno

mar. 10/14

1:37 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 20m

$251

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

mar. 10/14

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop8h 57m

Reno

sáb. 10/18

5:21 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$251

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

mié. 10/8

5:20 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Reno

mié. 10/15

6:38 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 02m

$251

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 9/29

6:59 am-6:31 pm

1 stop14h 32m

Reno

jue. 10/2

7:18 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 12m

$258

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 10/5

6:59 am-10:54 am

1 stop30h 55m

Reno

lun. 10/13

7:24 pm-5:30 am

1 stop31h 06m

$266

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 9/30

7:29 am-1:38 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Reno

lun. 10/6

7:16 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 14m

$274

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 9/26

6:59 am-6:31 pm

1 stop14h 32m

Reno

lun. 9/29

7:16 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 14m

$275

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

lun. 10/27

7:59 pm-11:03 am

1 stop18h 04m

Reno

lun. 11/3

8:19 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$277

New YorkReno

LGA - RNO

LGARNO

New York LaGuardia

mar. 9/23

7:28 am-3:29 pm

2 stops11h 01m

Reno

dom. 9/28

8:34 pm-9:16 am

2 stops9h 42m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from New York to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 NYC to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

When flying from New York to South Lake Tahoe, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to SL9 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New York to South Lake Tahoe to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Frontier fly from New York to South Lake Tahoe in about 8h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 14m. New York and South Lake Tahoe are separated by a distance of 2403 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 New York to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $111. Spirit Airlines flights start at $114 while deals on Frontier start at $136 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to South Lake Tahoe?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to South Lake Tahoe are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Reno, Newark - Reno and New York LaGuardia - Reno.

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

    Before booking your flight to South Lake Tahoe from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: EL AL (64%), Etihad Airways (63%), JetBlue( 63%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe? While on average our users pay $263, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Reno), is priced around $221.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from New York to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 7 airlines flying from New York to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$144Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$186Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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