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$85+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Reno (RNO)

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RNO
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Reno are usually found in September or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Reno

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Reno flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Frontier)

One-way from

$85
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$305
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From Salinas to Reno
One-way flight from Salinas to Reno
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Reno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Reno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/21:39 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Fri 5/912:36 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop11h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/302:25 pmSFO - RNO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/76:00 amRNO - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$169
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sun 5/259:54 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop25h 38mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/277:38 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop11h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/2$234
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 6/25:25 pmSFO - RNO
2 stops6h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/911:57 amRNO - SFO
1 stop12h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sun 5/251:55 pmSFO - RNO
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Tue 5/272:40 pmRNO - SFO
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$313
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/98:20 amSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/162:51 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop6h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/2$349

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Reno that are best for you.

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San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

1:39 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Reno

Fri 5/9

12:36 pm-12:09 am

1 stop11h 33m

$158

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

2:25 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Reno

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$169

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

9:54 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop25h 38m

Reno

Tue 5/27

7:38 pm-7:31 am

1 stop11h 53m

$234

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

5:25 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops6h 07m

Reno

Mon 6/9

11:57 am-12:24 am

1 stop12h 27m

$272

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

12:45 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Reno

Wed 4/23

3:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$323

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

8:20 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Reno

Wed 4/16

2:51 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$349

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

8:57 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$85

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

8:59 pm-11:36 am

1 stop14h 37m

$90

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

3:31 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$101

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

$104

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Reno

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Reno

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Reno?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Reno. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Salinas to Reno is 73 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 Salinas to Reno?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Reno (average of $326). Flying from Salinas to Reno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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 S9N to RNO?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Reno. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Reno, 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 Salinas to Reno?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Reno flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons 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 Salinas to Reno

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Reno. 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 April 3, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to RNO are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Reno by month

Plan your trip to Reno by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Reno 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 Reno when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Reno by month

Plan your trip to Reno by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Reno, 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 Reno

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reno. 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 Reno. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Salinas to Reno by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Reno. 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 into for flights to Reno from Salinas?

    Reno (RNO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Salinas to Reno. You should not have trouble finding flights to Reno from Salinas; the airport handles an average of 17 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Reno airport from Salinas. It is only a 2.7 mi journey from Reno (RNO) to Reno’s city center.

  • How popular is this Salinas to Reno flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Reno one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $85. Users have also found prices from $90 and $101 on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Reno?

    Consider Copa Airlines (88%), Lufthansa (86%) or Air New Zealand (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Salinas to Reno.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Reno?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to Reno is generally $284, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $68. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Reno), you can expect to pay $169 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Reno that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Reno flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Reno?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Reno.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Reno?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Reno 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 Salinas to Reno?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Reno (average of $326). Flying from Salinas to Reno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $444). 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 4 airlines flying from Salinas to Reno

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$129Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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