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$37+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SAN
Dec 29 — Jan 51
Sun 12/29
Sun 1/5
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The best prices from Reno to San Diego are usually found in April or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

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 December 24, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$37
(eDestinos)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$253
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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 December 24, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:00 amRNO - SAN
1 stop12h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/26:06 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop25h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/23$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/296:05 amRNO - SAN
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Tue 12/317:05 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$498
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/245:00 amRNO - SAN
1 stop8h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/312:47 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop1h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$514
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/295:00 pmRNO - SAN
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Tue 12/316:15 amSAN - RNO
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/22$516
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/309:52 amRNO - SAN
1 stop5h 33mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/312:47 pmSAN - RNO
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$552
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/276:15 amRNO - SAN
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3110:06 amSAN - RNO
2 stops13h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$624
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:56 pmRNO - SAN
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/284:35 pmSAN - RNO
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$652

Find flights from Reno to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno to San Diego 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 December 24, 2024.

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RNO - SAN

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Reno

Mon 1/13

6:25 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop3h 53m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

6:15 am-5:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$76

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Tue 1/14

12:32 pm-2:07 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

Tue 1/21

10:19 am-11:52 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$85

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Mon 1/13

6:25 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop3h 53m

San Diego

Wed 1/15

3:19 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$87

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Sun 1/26

7:20 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 45m

San Diego

Sat 2/1

6:35 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$125

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Thu 1/16

12:08 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop4h 52m

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:15 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 37m

$176

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Tue 1/14

5:15 am-2:49 pm

2 stops9h 34m

San Diego

Tue 1/21

6:15 am-9:58 am

1 stop3h 43m

$221

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Mon 2/3

10:10 am-10:18 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$37

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Thu 1/23

8:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$43

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Wed 3/26

12:27 pm-12:20 am

1 stop11h 53m

$59

RenoSan Diego

RNO - SAN

RNOSAN

Reno

Wed 1/8

5:32 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$69

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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 December.
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*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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.

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Travel insights for flights from Reno to San Diego

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

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 December 20, 2024.

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 66 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 December 24, 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from Reno to San Diego by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 16, 2024.

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. Friday afternoons 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 December 24, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Reno to San Diego. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 28m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Reno to San Diego per day from 6 airlines.

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

    This flight path from Reno to San Diego was viewed by 11 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 Reno to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Reno to San Diego round-trip from $76. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $85, and Southwest, from $125. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $37 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 Southwest and Frontier, with prices starting from $43 and $59, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Reno to San Diego is generally $191, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $58. When looking at the most popular route, (Reno - San Diego), you can expect to pay $76 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 December 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$109Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$141Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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