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$61+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Reno (SFO - 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — RNO
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Sun 2/23
Sun 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Reno are usually found in September or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Reno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Reno (RNO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$402

Good round-trip deal

$289 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Reno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Reno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/147:00 pmSFO - RNO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/166:00 amRNO - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/17$198
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/192:16 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop3h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/2612:27 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop12h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$200
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/137:00 amSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/156:59 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop13h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/17$229
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 5/133:31 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/171:10 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop6h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/17$236
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Sat 3/88:19 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop21h 18mFrontier
Mon 3/1012:37 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop24h 56mFrontier
Deal found 2/17$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/196:00 amSFO - RNO
2 stops6h 30mSouthwest
Wed 3/266:45 amRNO - SFO
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/17$364

Find flights from San Francisco to Reno within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Reno 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 February 18, 2025.

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San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

7:00 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Reno

Sun 3/16

6:00 am-7:21 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$198

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

2:16 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Reno

Wed 3/26

12:27 pm-12:43 am

1 stop12h 16m

$200

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

7:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Reno

Sat 3/15

6:59 pm-8:00 am

1 stop13h 01m

$229

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

3:31 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Reno

Tue 6/17

1:10 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$236

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

8:19 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop21h 18m

Reno

Mon 3/10

12:37 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop24h 56m

$263

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

6:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Reno

Wed 3/26

6:45 am-3:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$364

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

11:02 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$61

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

7:00 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$74

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

4:40 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$78

San FranciscoReno

SFO - RNO

SFORNO

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

3:25 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$101

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Reno in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Reno flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Reno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Reno flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Reno flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Reno flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Reno

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Reno

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Reno including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Reno. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Reno. 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 Reno?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Reno (average of $326). Flying from San Francisco to Reno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $464). 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 RNO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 February 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Reno is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Reno?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Reno. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Reno

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 February 18, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to RNO are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 February 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Reno 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,686 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,319 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,779 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,363 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,423 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Melissa,Aug 2024

HNL - LAS

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Reno?

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Reno (RNO) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to Reno. On a typical day, there are 15 flights from San Francisco to Reno, all of which are around 1h 03m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from San Francisco to Reno.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Reno flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Reno was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Reno round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Reno round-trip from $198. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $212, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $236. United Airlines is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Reno are Frontier ($61), United Airlines ($74), and Alaska Airlines ($78).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Reno?

    Consider Copa Airlines (93%), United Airlines (87%) or Air New Zealand (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Reno.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Reno?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $68. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Reno) can be booked for $139 on average our data indicates $364 when flying from San Francisco to Reno.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Reno?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Reno?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Reno (average of $326). Flying from San Francisco to Reno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $464). 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 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Reno

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Reno. 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 February 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$129Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$162Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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