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$79+ Cheap flights from Reno (RNO) to Salinas, CA, 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SFO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Reno to Salinas

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

One-way from

$79
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$367
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Cheapest flights from Reno to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/248:09 pmRNO - SFO
1 stop19h 02mFrontier
Mon 4/281:45 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$160
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/175:00 amRNO - SFO
1 stop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/182:53 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$225
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 8/176:00 amRNO - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/176:28 pmSFO - RNO
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$229
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/234:38 pmRNO - SFO
2 stops7h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/610:35 amSFO - RNO
1 stop3h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/87:00 amRNO - SFO
1 stop11h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/304:31 pmSFO - RNO
1 stop4h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$296
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/245:10 pmRNO - SFO
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Mon 4/285:10 amSFO - RNO
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$391

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno to Salinas 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 March 31, 2025.
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Reno

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Salinas

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Price

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Thu 4/24

8:09 pm-3:11 pm

1 stop19h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

1:45 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$160

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Sat 5/17

5:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

2:53 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$225

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-7:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

6:28 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$229

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Wed 4/23

4:38 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops7h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

10:35 am-2:23 pm

1 stop3h 48m

$261

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Thu 4/17

2:51 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 4/19

9:30 am-2:41 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$308

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Thu 4/24

5:10 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops6h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

5:10 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 20m

$391

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Wed 6/11

11:57 am-5:52 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$79

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Fri 4/25

6:35 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$105

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Tue 4/29

9:23 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 57m

$107

RenoSan Francisco

RNO - SFO

RNOSFO

Reno

Wed 8/27

6:19 am-7:49 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Reno to Salinas

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Reno to Salinas, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Reno to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Reno to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 RNO to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Reno to Salinas as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Reno to Salinas?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Reno to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Reno to Salinas. 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 March 31, 2025.

The most flights from RNO to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (20 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 Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Reno to Salinas have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,342 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,811 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.7 mi from the city center, Reno is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Salinas from Reno. Booking flights from Reno (RNO) to Salinas should be relatively easy as there are 16 daily outbound flights to Salinas from 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Reno to Salinas flight route?

    This flight path from Reno to Salinas was viewed by 50 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 to fly from Reno to Salinas one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $105 and $107 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    Consider Air New Zealand (82%), Avianca (82%) or Copa Airlines (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Reno to Salinas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Reno to Salinas?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Reno to Salinas? While on average our users pay $1,770, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $105. The most popular route (Reno - San Francisco), is priced around $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Reno to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Reno to Salinas

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Reno to Salinas. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$155Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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