$59+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Lake Tahoe, CA
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SMF
Oct 13 — Oct 201
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Lake TahoeExplore 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 September 13, 2026.
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 September 13, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/511:17 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Thu 10/89:03 am -
1 stop10h 01m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$111
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 10/88:20 am -
Nonstop1h 16m
Sat 10/106:00 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/711:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Wed 10/149:03 am -
1 stop5h 22m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Tue 10/209:11 am -
1 stop8h 39m
Thu 10/229:13 am -
1 stop7h 54m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/611:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Thu 10/89:03 am -
1 stop10h 01m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/810:19 pm -
1 stop9h 59m
Mon 10/129:18 pm -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/149:11 am -
1 stop8h 39m
Fri 10/169:18 pm -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:24 pm -
1 stop21h 54m
Mon 10/57:22 pm -
1 stop19h 07m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/1610:19 pm -
1 stop9h 59m
Mon 10/199:18 pm -
1 stop17h 07m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 10/148:20 am -
Nonstop1h 16m
Fri 10/166:39 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/59:14 am -
2 stops8h 43m
Wed 11/116:42 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$169
Best flights from San Francisco to South Lake TahoeDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/210:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
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Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$164
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/2910:40 am -
2 stops8h 56m
Mon 11/211:25 am -
1 stop6h 41m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/168:20 am -
Nonstop1h 16m
Mon 10/198:13 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$164
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/278:10 am -
Nonstop1h 14m
Fri 10/308:00 am -
Nonstop1h 28m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 10/610:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Thu 10/811:39 am -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 9/11![United Airlines logo]()
$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/102:06 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Thu 11/123:40 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/238:20 am -
Nonstop1h 16m
Mon 10/264:06 pm -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/510:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Thu 10/88:13 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/11![United Airlines logo]()
$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 9/277:00 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Thu 10/11:59 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2010:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 04m
Sun 11/2211:39 am -
Nonstop1h 36m
Deal found 9/12![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 11/162:06 pm -
Nonstop1h 13m
Thu 11/196:43 pm -
1 stop4h 23m
Deal found 9/11![United Airlines logo]()
$364
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to South Lake TahoeDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Data last updated September 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Data last updated September 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:24 pm -
1 stop21h 54m
Mon 10/57:22 pm -
1 stop19h 07m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/511:17 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Thu 10/89:03 am -
1 stop10h 01m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/611:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Thu 10/89:03 am -
1 stop10h 01m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/711:17 am -
1 stop7h 01m
Wed 10/149:03 am -
1 stop5h 22m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$118
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 10/88:20 am -
Nonstop1h 16m
Sat 10/106:00 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/810:19 pm -
1 stop9h 59m
Mon 10/129:18 pm -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/149:11 am -
1 stop8h 39m
Fri 10/169:18 pm -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$145
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/1410:40 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Fri 10/168:13 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$164
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/1610:19 pm -
1 stop9h 59m
Mon 10/199:18 pm -
1 stop17h 07m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Tue 10/209:11 am -
1 stop8h 39m
Thu 10/229:13 am -
1 stop7h 54m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/279:14 am -
1 stop8h 43m
Tue 11/36:42 pm -
2 stops25h 50m
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$170
One-way flights from San Francisco to South Lake TahoeSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/76:42 pm -
Nonstop1h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$59
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/1210:19 pm -
1 stop19h 31m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$64
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/110:24 pm -
1 stop9h 44m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$65
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/510:23 pm -
1 stop10h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/3011:06 am -
1 stop6h 51m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/287:25 pm -
2 stops22h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/810:19 pm -
1 stop9h 59m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$89
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/1310:23 pm -
1 stop19h 34m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$92
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/110:35 am -
Nonstop1h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$94
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/511:17 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$95
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/1211:06 am -
1 stop6h 51m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$96
Find 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 September 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $111 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $59 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $246 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
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SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Tue 11/3
2:06 pm-3:19 pm
Nonstop1h 13m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
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SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Wed 10/7
6:42 pm-7:53 pm
Nonstop1h 11m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Mon 10/5
10:40 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
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San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Thu 11/5
6:55 pm-7:59 pm
Nonstop1h 04m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Mon 10/12
10:40 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
2:06 pm-3:19 pm
Nonstop1h 13m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$59
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Thu 10/8
8:20 am-9:36 am
Nonstop1h 16m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$94
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Mon 10/5
4:43 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop4h 27m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$104
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Tue 11/3
7:25 pm-5:57 pm
2 stops22h 32m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$110
San FranciscoReno
SFO San Francisco - RNO Reno
SFORNO
San Francisco
Tue 10/6
4:40 pm-5:51 pm
Nonstop1h 11m
Reno
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$136
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
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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 September 13, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.
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 September 13, 2026.
The most flights from SFO to SL9 are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
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 September 12, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines 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.
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$179 | Average$304 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |