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$79+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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NYC — SMF
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New York to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in January or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$79
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$427
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:59 pmEWR - RNO
1 stop27h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/258:13 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$154
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/227:30 amEWR - RNO
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/298:13 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop7h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$236
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:00 pmJFK - RNO
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/97:37 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$243
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/174:55 pmJFK - RNO
Nonstop6h 10mJetBlue
Tue 3/259:32 pmRNO - JFK
Nonstop5h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/1912:30 pmLGA - RNO
1 stop9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/2611:36 amRNO - LGA
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$247
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:30 amLGA - RNO
2 stops15h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/158:22 pmRNO - LGA
2 stops11h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/195:49 amEWR - RNO
2 stops12h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/264:25 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1912:13 pmLGA - RNO
2 stops10h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/2611:59 pmRNO - LGA
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$253
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/125:29 pmJFK - RNO
1 stop9h 00mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/196:50 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop9h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 4/52:30 pmJFK - RNO
1 stop10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/127:20 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$259
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/274:00 pmJFK - RNO
1 stop10h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/38:01 pmRNO - JFK
1 stop8h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$276
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/274:46 pmEWR - RNO
1 stop22h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/38:01 pmRNO - EWR
1 stop15h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$277

Find flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 February 21, 2025.

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New York

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South Lake Tahoe

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Mon 3/17

6:59 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop27h 23m

Reno

Tue 3/25

8:13 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$154

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Sat 3/22

7:30 am-2:41 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Reno

Sat 3/29

8:13 pm-6:54 am

1 stop7h 41m

$236

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/6

4:00 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Reno

Sun 3/9

7:37 pm-6:30 am

1 stop7h 53m

$243

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/17

4:55 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop6h 10m

Reno

Tue 3/25

9:32 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop5h 04m

$247

New YorkReno

LGA - RNO

LGARNO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/19

12:30 pm-7:24 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Reno

Wed 3/26

11:36 am-10:04 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$247

New YorkReno

LGA - RNO

LGARNO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/8

6:30 am-7:18 pm

2 stops15h 48m

Reno

Tue 4/15

8:22 pm-11:01 am

2 stops11h 39m

$248

NewarkReno

EWR - RNO

EWRRNO

Newark

Wed 3/19

5:49 am-3:35 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Reno

Wed 3/26

4:25 pm-5:32 am

1 stop10h 07m

$252

New YorkReno

LGA - RNO

LGARNO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/19

12:13 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Reno

Wed 3/26

11:59 pm-10:19 am

1 stop7h 20m

$253

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/12

5:29 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Reno

Wed 3/19

6:50 pm-7:00 am

1 stop9h 10m

$258

New YorkReno

JFK - RNO

JFKRNO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/5

2:30 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Reno

Sat 4/12

7:20 pm-5:35 am

1 stop7h 15m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe

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Travel insights for flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to South Lake Tahoe is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from New York to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 NYC to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 February 21, 2025.

When flying from New York 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 New York to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 February 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from New York to South Lake Tahoe to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,316 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,069 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. American Airlines flights start at $124 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to South Lake Tahoe?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to South Lake Tahoe are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Reno, Newark - Reno and New York LaGuardia - Reno.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe? While on average our users pay $382, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $133. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Reno), is priced around $247.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from New York to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $449). 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 New York to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 February 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$226Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$249Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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