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$92+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SMF
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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FlightHub
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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(Expedia)

One-way from

$92
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$460
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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 April 29, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 5/2512:03 pmEWR - RNO
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/289:19 amRNO - EWR
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$217
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/67:30 amEWR - RNO
1 stop9h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/139:19 amRNO - EWR
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/246:00 amEWR - RNO
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/286:32 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 9/32:29 pmEWR - RNO
2 stops10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/84:39 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/173:00 pmEWR - RNO
2 stops11h 26mDelta
Mon 6/2310:50 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/29$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/195:29 pmJFK - RNO
1 stop18h 07mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/237:59 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop8h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/122:01 pmLGA - RNO
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1711:59 pmRNO - LGA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/173:10 pmJFK - RNO
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Mon 6/2310:50 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/29$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/171:59 pmLGA - RNO
1 stop10h 40mDelta
Mon 6/2310:50 pmRNO - LGA
2 stops10h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/29$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 7/27:20 amJFK - RNO
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/911:59 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$304
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/226:59 amJFK - RNO
1 stop14h 36mFrontier
Sun 5/257:20 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$310
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 5/127:59 pmEWR - RNO
1 stop21h 24mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/157:38 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop17h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$313

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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 April 29, 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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South Lake Tahoe

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Price

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Sun 5/25

12:03 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Reno

Wed 5/28

9:19 am-11:29 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$217

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Tue 5/6

7:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Reno

Tue 5/13

9:19 am-11:29 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$247

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Reno

Sat 6/28

6:32 pm-5:36 am

1 stop8h 04m

$257

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Tue 5/6

7:59 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop21h 24m

Reno

Sat 5/10

7:00 am-6:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$267

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Tue 6/17

3:00 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Reno

Mon 6/23

10:50 pm-10:46 am

1 stop8h 56m

$282

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Sun 6/8

5:30 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Reno

Tue 6/10

11:59 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$287

New YorkReno

LGA - RNO

LGARNO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 6/12

2:01 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Reno

Tue 6/17

11:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 31m

$296

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/17

3:10 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Reno

Mon 6/23

10:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 10m

$297

New YorkReno

LGA - RNO

LGARNO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/17

1:59 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Reno

Mon 6/23

10:50 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$302

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/2

7:20 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Reno

Wed 7/9

11:59 pm-11:51 am

1 stop8h 52m

$304

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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 April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe is 90 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 $420). 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 April 29, 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in South Lake Tahoe by month

Plan your trip to South Lake Tahoe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Lake Tahoe ranges from 0.2 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit South Lake Tahoe when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in South Lake Tahoe by month

Plan your trip to South Lake Tahoe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Lake Tahoe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New York to South Lake Tahoe to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,405 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $92. United Airlines flights start at $129 while deals on JetBlue start at $129 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 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 $243, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Reno), is priced around $237.

  • 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.

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    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 $420). 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$226Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$471Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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