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$83+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SMF
ago. 4 — ago. 111
lun. 8/4
lun. 8/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in May or September, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$168
(Frontier)

One-way from

$83
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$399
From San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/315:45 amSFO - RNO
1 stop6h 13mFrontier
mié. 9/311:52 amRNO - SFO
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$168
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/410:38 pmSFO - RNO
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
jue. 9/116:00 amRNO - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$179
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/85:50 amSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
mié. 9/107:40 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop4h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$192
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mar. 9/25:50 amSFO - RNO
1 stop18h 09mAlaska Airlines
vie. 9/57:40 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop4h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/274:45 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
mié. 9/33:55 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$197
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/206:00 amSFO - RNO
1 stop17h 59mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/311:52 amRNO - SFO
1 stop10h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$206

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

South Lake Tahoe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

jue. 8/21

1:58 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Reno

mié. 9/3

11:52 am-10:33 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$168

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

jue. 9/4

10:38 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Reno

jue. 9/11

6:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

5:50 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 47m

Reno

mié. 9/10

7:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$192

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

mar. 9/2

5:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 09m

Reno

vie. 9/5

7:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$193

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

mié. 8/27

4:45 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Reno

mié. 9/3

3:55 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$197

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

mié. 8/20

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

Reno

mié. 9/3

11:52 am-10:33 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$206

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

dom. 10/12

2:00 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$83

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

mar. 8/26

6:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$88

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

mar. 8/26

6:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$99

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

mar. 8/26

7:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$104

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 SFO to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 julio 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 julio 30, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SL9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco 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 julio 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe?

    If you book a flight to South Lake Tahoe from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 13 flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $83. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to South Lake Tahoe from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (100%), Emirates (88%), Lufthansa( 87%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe? While on average our users pay $251, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (San Francisco - Reno), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$130Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$151Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$152Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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