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$70+ Cheap flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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HOU — SMF
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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The best prices from Houston to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in August or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to South Lake Tahoe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 22, 2024.

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$148
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One-way from

$70
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Average price

$450
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Cheapest flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:35 pmIAH - RNO
1 stop23h 11mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/64:44 pmRNO - IAH
1 stop19h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$316
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2910:54 amIAH - RNO
2 stops36h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/45:00 amRNO - IAH
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$413
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:00 amHOU - RNO
1 stop17h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/62:59 pmRNO - HOU
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$517
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:42 amIAH - RNO
1 stop12h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/611:59 pmRNO - IAH
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$517
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/297:10 pmHOU - RNO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Thu 1/91:00 pmRNO - HOU
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$558
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/317:00 amIAH - RNO
1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/67:41 pmRNO - IAH
2 stops26h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:19 pmIAH - RNO
Nonstop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/45:34 amRNO - IAH
Nonstop3h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$619
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/303:10 pmHOU - RNO
2 stops10h 27mDelta
Mon 1/65:33 pmRNO - HOU
2 stops13h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/21$963
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/3111:32 amIAH - RNO
2 stops13h 04mDelta
Mon 1/65:33 pmRNO - IAH
2 stops14h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,123

Find flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/24

9:03 pm-9:08 am

1 stop14h 05m

Reno

Mon 1/27

6:25 pm-4:50 am

1 stop8h 25m

$148

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/24

9:03 pm-9:08 am

1 stop14h 05m

Reno

Mon 1/27

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 59m

$253

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/21

7:35 am-10:35 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Reno

Tue 1/28

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 59m

$299

HoustonReno

HOU - RNO

HOURNO

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop6h 34m

Reno

Tue 2/11

3:02 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$365

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/22

6:15 am-11:08 am

1 stop6h 53m

Reno

Fri 4/4

10:20 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 34m

$368

HoustonReno

HOU - RNO

HOURNO

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/16

5:45 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 50m

Reno

Thu 2/20

9:15 am-6:20 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$373

HoustonReno

HOU - RNO

HOURNO

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-4:52 pm

2 stops12h 52m

Reno

Mon 1/13

5:33 pm-9:30 am

2 stops13h 57m

$378

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/16

5:00 am-12:14 pm

2 stops9h 14m

Reno

Thu 2/20

12:59 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 11m

$378

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/27

5:05 am-9:31 am

1 stop6h 26m

Reno

Sat 5/31

1:00 pm-6:27 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$449

HoustonReno

IAH - RNO

IAHRNO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/4

8:01 am-5:30 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$70

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

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to South Lake Tahoe

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe, you should look to book at least 84 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 Houston to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Houston to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 HOU to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from Houston 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 Houston to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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.

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 December 22, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Houston to South Lake Tahoe by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $70 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $184 and Southwest from $209 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to South Lake Tahoe is $267. On average you can expect to pay $442. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Reno), can usually be booked for $148.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston 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 Houston to South Lake Tahoe.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Houston to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 Houston to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$239Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$327Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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