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$34+ Cheap flights from Reno to San Diego (RNO - SAN)

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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SAN
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Reno to San Diego are usually found in January or March, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Reno to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) to San Diego (SAN). 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 March 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$34
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$182

Good round-trip deal

$238 or less

Good one-way deal

$136 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Reno-San Diego flight deals.
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From Reno to San Diego
One-way flight from Reno to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Reno to San Diego.
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Cheapest flights from Reno to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/98:22 pmRNO - SAN
1 stop11h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/129:08 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop22h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$158
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/119:16 pmRNO - SAN
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/188:54 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 9/106:00 amRNO - SAN
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Wed 9/177:15 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/26$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3112:27 pmRNO - SAN
1 stop27h 04mFrontier
Thu 4/37:39 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop15h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$221
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/206:50 pmRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/2311:54 amSAN - RNO
1 stop7h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/2912:20 pmRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sat 5/316:35 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$257
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/1510:48 amRNO - SAN
1 stop6h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/164:35 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$277
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/88:30 pmRNO - SAN
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/108:44 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$361

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

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Reno

Fly to

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Depart

Return

Price

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Wed 4/9

8:22 pm-7:34 am

1 stop11h 12m

San Diego

Sat 4/12

9:08 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop22h 19m

$158

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Sun 5/11

9:16 pm-7:13 am

1 stop9h 57m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

8:54 pm-11:36 am

1 stop14h 42m

$181

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Mon 3/31

12:27 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop27h 04m

San Diego

Thu 4/3

7:39 pm-11:26 am

1 stop15h 47m

$221

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Sun 4/20

6:50 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

San Diego

Wed 4/23

11:54 am-7:36 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$237

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Fri 6/6

1:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop5h 15m

San Diego

Sat 6/7

6:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$248

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Thu 5/29

12:20 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

6:35 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$257

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Tue 4/15

10:48 am-5:04 pm

1 stop6h 16m

San Diego

Wed 4/16

4:35 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$277

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-9:51 am

1 stop3h 51m

San Diego

Tue 4/15

7:35 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops16h 47m

$381

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Tue 4/29

8:22 pm-12:42 am

1 stop4h 20m

$34

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Thu 5/1

9:53 am-3:38 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$90

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reno to San Diego in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 Reno-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Reno-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Reno-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Reno-San Diego 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 Reno-San Diego 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 Reno to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Reno with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Reno to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reno to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Reno to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Reno to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Reno to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reno to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reno to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Reno to San Diego?

    If you book a flight from Reno to San Diego, you will be flying from Reno to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Reno (RNO) take 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Reno to San Diego per day from 6 airlines.

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Reno to San Diego round-trip from $158. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $221, and Alaska Airlines, from $237. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $34 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $90 and $99, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Reno to San Diego are Sun Country Air (100%), Horizon Air (92%) and Southwest (80%).

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

    While on average a flight from Reno to San Diego is generally $228, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $93. When looking at the most popular route, (Reno - San Diego), you can expect to pay $113 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Reno to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 6 airlines flying from Reno to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Reno to San Diego. 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$84Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$133Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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