$61+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $194 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $61 (Frontier) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $402 |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Lake TahoeExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 20, 2025.
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Sun 3/30
9:20 pm-10:29 pm
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Wed 4/2
1:10 pm-5:49 pm
1 stop4h 39m
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Wed 3/12
6:00 am-7:17 pm
2 stops13h 17m
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Tue 3/18
1:12 pm-9:41 pm
1 stop8h 29m
San FranciscoReno
SFO - RNO
SFORNO
San Francisco
Wed 3/19
9:30 am-2:11 pm
1 stop4h 41m
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Fri 3/21
12:27 pm-12:43 am
1 stop12h 16m
San FranciscoReno
SFO - RNO
SFORNO
San Francisco
Fri 3/14
4:22 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop6h 13m
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Tue 3/18
1:12 pm-7:09 pm
1 stop5h 57m
San FranciscoReno
SFO - RNO
SFORNO
San Francisco
Fri 3/7
11:02 am-6:37 pm
1 stop7h 35m
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Mon 3/10
12:37 pm-12:43 am
1 stop12h 06m
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SFO - RNO
SFORNO
San Francisco
Tue 4/22
12:45 pm-9:20 pm
2 stops8h 35m
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Fri 5/2
5:10 pm-11:25 pm
2 stops6h 15m
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SFO - RNO
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San Francisco
Mon 3/10
11:02 am-6:37 pm
1 stop7h 35m
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SFO - RNO
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San Francisco
Wed 4/23
9:30 pm-10:39 pm
Nonstop1h 09m
San FranciscoReno
SFO - RNO
SFORNO
San Francisco
Tue 4/1
4:40 pm-10:32 pm
1 stop5h 52m
San FranciscoReno
SFO - RNO
SFORNO
San Francisco
Wed 5/14
3:31 pm-9:23 pm
1 stop5h 52m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Lake Tahoe from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.
Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to SL9?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 20, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe as you normally would.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 February 20, 2025.
The most flights from SFO to SL9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Melissa,Aug 2024
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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe
Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 20, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$129 | Average$304 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$281 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |