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$39+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SMF
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/21:28 pmRNO - PHX
1 stop19h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$146
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1712:04 pmRNO - PHX
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$165
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Mon 12/298:52 amRNO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$170
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Mon 12/298:52 amRNO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:22 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop2h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/176:05 amRNO - PHX
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$203
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/159:58 amPHX - RNO
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Mon 12/228:52 amRNO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:37 pmPHX - RNO
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Sat 1/1711:59 amRNO - PHX
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/13$223
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/297:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/28:52 amRNO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$228
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/259:15 amRNO - PHX
1 stop5h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$236
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/197:00 amPHX - RNO
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Mon 12/228:52 amRNO - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$258

Find flight deals from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$80
(Frontier)

One-way from

$39
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$307
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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Phoenix

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South Lake Tahoe

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PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/16

7:57 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 56m

Reno

Mon 1/19

9:48 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$100

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/22

11:47 am-6:38 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Reno

Mon 1/26

12:21 pm-3:13 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$121

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/29

8:15 am-7:46 pm

2 stops12h 31m

Reno

Sat 1/31

8:41 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 39m

$148

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/16

10:16 pm-10:40 am

1 stop13h 24m

Reno

Mon 1/19

9:37 pm-10:22 am

1 stop11h 45m

$158

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/8

10:03 am-7:29 pm

1 stop10h 26m

Reno

Thu 1/15

9:37 pm-8:20 am

1 stop9h 43m

$162

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/16

7:57 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 56m

Reno

Sun 1/18

9:37 pm-8:20 am

1 stop9h 43m

$177

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 56m

Reno

Sun 3/15

8:51 am-10:43 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$186

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/16

10:16 pm-10:40 am

1 stop13h 24m

Reno

Sun 1/18

9:28 pm-8:12 am

2 stops9h 44m

$213

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/9

12:50 pm-1:47 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Reno

Sun 1/11

9:38 am-7:48 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$228

PhoenixReno

PHX - RNO

PHXRNO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/13

1:20 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Reno

Tue 1/20

5:10 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$230

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

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe is 49 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 Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe (average of $41). Flying from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $127). 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 PHX to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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 Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix 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 15, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to SL9 are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 December 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Phoenix 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
11,051 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8,188 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,079 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe?

    There are many flights that can get you from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe in 1h 56m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. There are 601 mi between Phoenix and South Lake Tahoe. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix 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 $54. Frontier flights start at $59 while deals on American Airlines start at $110 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe are Envoy Air (100%), Porter Airlines (88%) and Southwest (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe is $151. On average you can expect to pay $325. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Reno), can usually be booked for $142.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe (average of $41). Flying from Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $127). 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 Phoenix to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$110Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$162Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$172Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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