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$131+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to South Lake Tahoe, 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — SMF
nov. 26 — dic. 31
mar. 11/26
mar. 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Denver Intl to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in January or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Denver (DEN) to South Lake Tahoe (SL9). 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 noviembre 21, 2024.

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$280
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One-way from

$131
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Cheapest flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 21, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
mar. 12/176:00 amDEN - RNO
1 stop9h 16mAlaska Airlines
mar. 12/247:00 amRNO - DEN
1 stop12h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
jue. 12/128:50 pmDEN - RNO
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
lun. 12/1611:25 amRNO - DEN
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
jue. 12/126:20 amDEN - RNO
1 stop6h 08mDelta
lun. 12/166:00 amRNO - DEN
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/21$308
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
mar. 12/177:43 pmDEN - RNO
Nonstop2h 29mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/248:54 amRNO - DEN
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
lun. 12/3011:35 amDEN - RNO
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/26:00 amRNO - DEN
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$362
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
lun. 12/95:50 pmDEN - RNO
3 stops27h 52mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/128:25 pmRNO - DEN
2 stops19h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$400

Find flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.

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DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

mié. 3/5

7:00 am-11:29 pm

1 stop17h 29m

Reno

dom. 3/9

6:12 am-11:49 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$272

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

mié. 1/15

8:50 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Reno

sáb. 1/18

1:15 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$280

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

sáb. 1/11

12:50 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Reno

sáb. 1/18

6:00 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$291

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

jue. 2/13

7:43 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Reno

mié. 2/19

5:15 am-8:33 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$309

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

lun. 12/30

11:35 am-6:36 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Reno

jue. 1/2

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

$362

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

lun. 12/9

5:50 pm-8:42 pm

3 stops27h 52m

Reno

jue. 12/12

8:25 pm-4:38 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$400

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

mié. 2/19

7:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$131

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

mar. 1/21

11:15 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$135

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

mar. 12/24

6:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop6h 00m

$144

DenverReno

DEN - RNO

DENRNO

Denver Intl

lun. 1/6

3:30 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

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Travel insights for flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe (average of $287). Flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 DEN to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.

When flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe, 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. 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 noviembre 21, 2024.

The most flights from DEN to SL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in South Lake Tahoe by month

Plan your trip to South Lake Tahoe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in South Lake Tahoe by month

Plan your trip to South Lake Tahoe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Lake Tahoe. 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 South Lake Tahoe. Reviews last updated noviembre 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe, such as Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Denver Intl (DEN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. You should not have trouble finding flights to South Lake Tahoe from Denver Intl; the airport handles an average of 10 outbound flights to South Lake Tahoe per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Denver airport to South Lake Tahoe. It is only a 18.5 mi journey to Denver Intl (DEN) from Denver’s city center.

  • How popular is this Denver to South Lake Tahoe flight route?

    Within the past month, 26 users have taken a look at flights from Denver Intl to South Lake Tahoe.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Denver to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe are Alaska Airlines ($131), United Airlines ($135), and Delta ($144).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Denver to South Lake Tahoe on time: SWISS (100%), Lufthansa (92%), United Airlines (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe? While on average our users pay $364, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $62. The most popular route (Denver Intl - Reno), is priced around $155.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to South Lake Tahoe flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to South Lake Tahoe 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 Denver to South Lake Tahoe?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to South Lake Tahoe (average of $287). Flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $442). 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 7 airlines flying from Denver to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Denver to South Lake Tahoe. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$152Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$260Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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