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$42+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SMF
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$140
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One-way from

$42
(CheapOair)

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March

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July

Average price

$247
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/284:27 pmSNA - RNO
1 stop3h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/129:55 amRNO - SNA
1 stop4h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:14 pmSNA - RNO
1 stop23h 22mFrontier
Fri 5/98:13 pmRNO - SNA
1 stop21h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$161
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/147:00 amSNA - RNO
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 5/175:12 pmRNO - SNA
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/17$203
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/237:58 pmSNA - RNO
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2611:51 amRNO - SNA
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 8/211:28 pmSNA - RNO
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:19 amRNO - SNA
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$250
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 9/113:40 pmSNA - RNO
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Sun 9/147:00 amRNO - SNA
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 9/86:56 pmSNA - RNO
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/126:00 amRNO - SNA
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$273
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/301:57 pmSNA - RNO
2 stops7h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/79:23 amRNO - SNA
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$286

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

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South Lake Tahoe

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Price

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/28

4:27 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop3h 54m

Reno

Thu 6/12

9:55 am-2:09 pm

1 stop4h 14m

$140

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/8

12:14 pm-11:36 am

1 stop23h 22m

Reno

Fri 5/9

8:13 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$161

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Reno

Sat 5/17

5:12 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$203

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/23

7:58 pm-8:24 am

1 stop12h 26m

Reno

Mon 5/26

11:51 am-11:11 am

1 stop23h 20m

$240

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

1:28 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Reno

Sun 8/31

6:19 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 10m

$250

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/11

3:40 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Reno

Sun 9/14

7:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

$258

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/8

6:56 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Reno

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$273

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/30

1:57 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops7h 26m

Reno

Wed 5/7

9:23 am-5:19 pm

2 stops7h 56m

$286

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/21

7:58 pm-8:24 am

1 stop12h 26m

$42

Santa AnaReno

SNA - RNO

SNARNO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/18

6:15 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop24h 58m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 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 Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 SNA to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe?

    Located just 4.8 mi from the city center, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Lake Tahoe from Santa Ana. Booking flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to South Lake Tahoe should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to South Lake Tahoe from 8 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to South Lake Tahoe was viewed by 1 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 to fly from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $42 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $87 and Delta from $102 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe is $159. On average you can expect to pay $317. The most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Reno), can usually be booked for $140.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 8 airlines flying from Santa Ana to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$97Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$578Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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