South Lake Tahoe

$83+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SMF
Jul 11 — Jul 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in May or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:45 am
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Wed 8/266:00 am
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:32 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop5h 27m
United Airlines
Wed 9/238:00 am
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop5h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$165
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2211:20 am
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/233:25 pm
RNO
-
SNA
2 stops5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$171
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:05 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop4h 47m
Delta
Tue 8/116:00 am
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:45 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Tue 8/2510:20 am
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:04 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop4h 53m
Delta
Wed 9/26:00 am
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/155:04 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop4h 53m
Delta
Sat 8/225:37 pm
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:35 am
SNA
-
RNO
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Sat 9/511:35 am
RNO
-
SNA
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/318:45 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Tue 8/46:00 am
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/42:10 pm
SNA
-
RNO
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Thu 8/66:20 pm
RNO
-
SNA
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$201

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

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Round-trip from

$162
(Southwest)

One-way from

$83
(Southwest)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

May

Average price

$326
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to South Lake Tahoe
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to South Lake Tahoe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/18

6:45 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 55m

Reno

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 20m

$162

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/31

5:04 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Reno

Wed 9/2

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$186
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/31

8:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop3h 50m

Reno

Tue 8/4

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop3h 20m

$200

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/30

11:35 am-5:40 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Reno

Mon 11/2

4:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops5h 50m

$233

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/20

10:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Reno

Sun 8/23

6:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$254

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/17

8:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop3h 50m

Reno

Mon 7/20

6:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$265

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/18

7:15 am-1:20 pm

2 stops6h 05m

Reno

Sun 9/20

5:40 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 55m

$286

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/3

7:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Reno

Mon 8/3

2:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$287

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/26

7:49 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Reno

Tue 6/30

8:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$290

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/14

6:45 am-1:15 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Reno

Tue 7/14

4:40 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$290

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Deals found on 6/9

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 June 11, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe?

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Santa Ana 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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe?

    Located just 4.8 mi from the city center, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Lake Tahoe from Santa Ana. Booking flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to South Lake Tahoe should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to South Lake Tahoe from 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe in about 4h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 02m. The distance between Santa Ana, California and South Lake Tahoe is about 416 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $58 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $79 and Southwest from $90 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe?

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana, California to South Lake Tahoe is $153. On average you can expect to pay $321. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Reno), can usually be booked for $165.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$121Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$129Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$211Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JSXCheapest$479Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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