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$71+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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SEA — SMF
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in October or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$161
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$71
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$296
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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 February 22, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/89:48 amSEA - RNO
1 stop9h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/158:22 pmRNO - SEA
1 stop23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$161
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/162:02 pmSEA - RNO
1 stop21h 36mFrontier
Mon 3/247:37 pmRNO - SEA
1 stop13h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/22$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/202:02 pmSEA - RNO
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/258:13 pmRNO - SEA
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$163
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 4/911:35 amSEA - RNO
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/118:01 pmRNO - SEA
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$167
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.
Fri 5/95:13 pmSEA - RNO
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/106:00 amRNO - SEA
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/256:59 pmSEA - RNO
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Wed 4/307:00 amRNO - SEA
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 2/21$183
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.
Thu 3/135:45 amSEA - RNO
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Tue 3/183:45 pmRNO - SEA
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$188
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/298:05 amSEA - RNO
Nonstop2h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/15:59 pmRNO - SEA
Nonstop1h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/21$222

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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Seattle

Fly to

South Lake Tahoe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/8

9:48 am-7:18 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Reno

Tue 4/15

8:22 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop23h 39m

$161

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/16

2:02 pm-11:38 am

1 stop21h 36m

Reno

Mon 3/24

7:37 pm-9:30 am

1 stop13h 53m

$162

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/20

2:02 pm-11:27 am

1 stop21h 25m

Reno

Tue 3/25

8:13 pm-8:43 am

1 stop12h 30m

$163

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/9

11:35 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Reno

Fri 4/11

8:01 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$167

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/9

5:13 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Reno

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 59m

$179

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/25

6:59 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Reno

Wed 4/30

7:00 am-2:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$183

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/13

5:45 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 45m

Reno

Tue 3/18

3:45 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$188

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 3/29

8:05 am-10:08 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Reno

Tue 4/1

5:59 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$222

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/17

11:42 am-6:37 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$71

SeattleReno

SEA - RNO

SEARNO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/29

12:30 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$76

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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 February 14, 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 47 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 $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 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 February 22, 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 February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to SL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska 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
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 14 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, 51 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?

    $71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $76 and $79, respectively.

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

    Consider KLM (92%), WestJet (92%) or Virgin Atlantic (90%) 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 $78. On average you can expect to pay $220. The most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Reno), can usually be booked for $141.

  • 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 $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 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$129Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$140Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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