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$56+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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SEA — SMF
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in October or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$172
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$56
(Kiwi.com)

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December

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October

Average price

$221
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/69:40 pmSEA - RNO
Nonstop1h 49mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/136:12 amRNO - SEA
Nonstop2h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$172
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Wed 1/299:45 amSEA - RNO
1 stop7h 45mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/3011:13 amRNO - SEA
1 stop5h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$173
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/165:30 amSEA - RNO
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Tue 2/185:35 pmRNO - SEA
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/20$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 2/99:20 amSEA - RNO
2 stops11h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/124:04 pmRNO - SEA
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 2/177:47 pmSEA - RNO
1 stop13h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/246:12 amRNO - SEA
Nonstop2h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/85:55 amSEA - RNO
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Tue 2/115:35 amRNO - SEA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/19$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 1/256:10 amSEA - RNO
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2812:53 pmRNO - SEA
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$310

Find flights from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 January 21, 2025.

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SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/6

9:40 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

Reno

Thu 3/13

6:12 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$172

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 4/26

6:37 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Reno

Thu 5/1

10:15 am-11:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$182

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 2/16

5:30 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 21m

Reno

Tue 2/18

5:35 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 15m

$202

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 2/9

9:20 am-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Reno

Wed 2/12

4:04 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$212

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 2/17

7:47 pm-9:14 am

1 stop13h 27m

Reno

Mon 2/24

6:12 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$224

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 2/8

5:55 am-2:00 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Reno

Tue 2/11

5:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$233

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/11

12:41 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$56

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/6

2:02 pm-11:27 am

1 stop21h 25m

$66

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/29

5:10 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$79

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 2/21

9:40 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$89

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

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Travel insights for flights from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe, you should look to book at least 74 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 Seattle to South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Seattle 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 SEA to SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Seattle 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 Seattle to South Lake Tahoe?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to SL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 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 January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe have to say. 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
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) if they book a flight from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe. On average, Seattle/Tacoma Intl has 13 outbound flights to South Lake Tahoe per day from 5 airlines. Seattle/Tacoma Intl is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from Seattle’s city center.

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

    Within the past month, 53 users have taken a look at flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to South Lake Tahoe.

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

    $56 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $63 and $79, respectively.

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

    Consider WestJet (92%), Virgin Atlantic (92%) or Korean Air (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe is $74. On average you can expect to pay $301. The most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Reno), can usually be booked for $110.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Seattle 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 5 airlines flying from Seattle to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$121Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$125Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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