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Find cheap flights from Reno to San Diego from $41

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Reno to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Reno to San Diego (RNO-SAN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Reno to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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4:00 pm - 10:25 pmRNO-SAN
6h 25m1 stop
11:13 am - 3:03 pmSAN-RNO
3h 50m1 stop
$83Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 22 - Wed, May 29
4:00 pm - 10:25 pmRNO-SAN
6h 25m1 stop
11:10 am - 5:24 pmSAN-RNO
6h 14m1 stop
$84Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 22 - Sat, Jun 1
7:28 pm - 9:14 amRNO-SAN
13h 46m1 stop
5:50 pm - 11:51 amSAN-RNO
18h 01m2 stops
Sun, May 12 - Thu, May 16
7:17 pm - 10:42 amRNO-SAN
15h 25m2 stops
5:45 pm - 5:20 pmSAN-RNO
23h 35m2 stops
Wed, May 1 - Fri, May 3
6:00 am - 11:26 amRNO-SAN
5h 26m1 stop
4:35 pm - 10:28 pmSAN-RNO
5h 53m1 stop
$370American Airlines
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Sat, May 4 - Sat, May 4
6:00 am - 5:52 pmRNO-SAN
11h 52m2 stops
1:25 pm - 5:15 pmSAN-RNO
3h 50m1 stop
$373United Airlines
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Tue, Jul 2 - Tue, Jul 9
7:00 am - 5:45 pmRNO-SAN
10h 45m2 stops
8:00 pm - 9:05 amSAN-RNO
13h 05m1 stop
$437Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 3
6:00 am - 9:37 amRNO-SAN
3h 37m1 stop
8:47 pm - 9:58 amSAN-RNO
13h 11m2 stops
$446United Airlines
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Fri, May 3 - Fri, May 3
6:00 am - 8:04 pmRNO-SAN
14h 04m2 stops
6:45 am - 11:59 pmSAN-RNO
17h 14m2 stops
$478Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Jul 2 - Fri, Jul 5
6:00 am - 6:15 pmRNO-SAN
12h 15m2 stops
8:47 pm - 12:01 pmSAN-RNO
15h 14m2 stops
$2,807American Airlines
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Fri, May 3 - Fri, May 3

Flights from Reno to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Reno to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Reno to San Diego?

The average price of all flights from Reno to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Reno to San Diego, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Reno to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Reno to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Reno to San Diego is January, where tickets cost $146 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is $435 and $428 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Reno to San Diego?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Reno to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Reno to San Diego, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 42 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Reno to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Spirit Airlines ($41) and Alaska Airlines ($286). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Spirit Airlines ($83) and American Airlines ($370).

How many flights are there between Reno and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are between 1 and 3 nonstop flights that take off from Reno and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 1h 34m. The most common departure time is 5:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 13 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 23% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Reno and San Diego?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Reno to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Reno at 8:10 am and will be landing in San Diego at 9:45 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Reno to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Reno to San Diego jets off at 6:50 pm and lands at 8:20 pm.

Good to know

Low season

June

High season

March

Cheapest flight

$41
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 79% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Reno to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reno to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Reno to San Diego

  • Are there any services for passengers traveling with pets at Reno-Tahoe International Airport?

    Be sure to drop by any of the two dog parks at Reno-Tahoe International Airport if you are traveling with your four-legged companion. These parks are great places for animals to stretch their legs, relax before their long trip ahead, and relieve themselves. The airport’s Gate K-9 Bark Park is found close to the north side of Baggage Claim and a second one outside the Southwest Airlines Ticket counter, on the south side of the terminal building.

  • What is there to do at Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO)?

    In addition to the DepARTures Gallery at the Concourse C connector showcasing the art and culture of the surrounding region, RNO features the historic flag display at the airport’s baggage claim. Furthermore, the airport frequently holds live musical performances by local artists as well as art exhibitions. Browse the airport's calendar on their website to see what's available when you're traveling across Reno if you intend on attending one of these activities.

  • What facilities for children are at SAN?

    Mothers with infants can utilize one of the three lactation rooms found post-security in both Terminal 1 and 2, which include necessities like electrical outlets and washing stations, cozy chairs, and soothing lighting. Older children may relish the airport's behind-the-scenes excursions, which include up-close glimpses at the runway and the infield area fenced off as a breeding place for the endangered California Least Tern.

  • How to get from San Diego International Airport to the city center?

    The most convenient method of transportation from SAN to the city center is by bus. With stops at Terminals 1 and 2, the Metropolitan Transit System bus takes roughly 15min between the airport and downtown San Diego. Alternative options for travelers include vehicle rentals, taxis, or shuttle services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Reno to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Reno to San Diego was $41 for a one-way ticket and $83 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Reno and San Diego?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Reno to San Diego?

    When flying out of Reno you will be using Reno. You will be landing at San Diego, also known as San Diego.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Reno to San Diego?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Reno to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Reno to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Reno to San Diego, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Reno to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $455 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $444 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Reno to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Reno to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Reno to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Reno is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Reno to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Reno with another airline. Booking your flights between Reno and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Reno to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Reno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from RNO to San Diego

  • Single-stop flights from Reno to San Diego are eco-friendlier than direct flights with approximately 673 kg of carbon being released per person on this route. Airlines Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the eco-friendliest airlines flying this route. They release 61% less carbon.
  • Have trouble passing time as you wait for your flight from Reno to San Diego to jet off? Utilize the various gaming machines spread out across Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). They provide travelers with an easy way to unwind or kill time and are accessible at no charge.
  • If you find that you need to rejuvenate before jetting off to San Diego, consider retreating to the Escape Lounge housed at the Concourse B-C Connector of RNO. This lounge is accessible once you purchase a lounge pass and it provides amenities like television access, cozy sofas, and a selection of drinks and snacks.
  • if you need a place to sleep after you disembark from your Reno to San Diego flight, there are numerous hotels with shuttle services in close proximity to SAN. These include TownePlace Suites San Diego Airport and Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport.
  • If you find that you need directions while at SAN, or information about the airport, be sure to flag down one of the airport’s ambassadors sporting green polo shirts or head to the airport’s information centers found in the Baggage Claim of both terminals.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Reno to San Diego?

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San Diego to Reno

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Top 5 airlines serving from Reno to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Reno to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9115 reviews
8.6crew
7.3entertainment
8.2boarding
7.9comfort
7.3food
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I was seated at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were fantastic. I did not get food so can’t say. Thought the movie selection was lean.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2024BOS - SAN
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I was seated at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were fantastic. I did not get food so can’t say. Thought the movie selection was lean.

the departure got delayed due to SJC situation, but it was a quite good waiting thanks to Alaska airline teams.

The flight attendant in the back of the plane was barely understood as she rushed through instructions to the point of being intelligible. She had a bored demeanor in her delivery.

Staff seemed genuinely nice, not just going through the motions.

The pretzels are awesome. The free movies are excellent. The plane crew was amazing. The Austin airport lounge was too small and overcrowded. There were not enough seats. And the boarding staff was not as friendly.

I like Alaska Air fine. Great crew. Late departure still arrived on time.

Excellent service and prices. I was not award of inflight entertainment.

They gave me a seat with extra leg room. But they didn't offer me anything to drink, just because it was an hour flight

I was happy with the flight. It was too short for food and beverage service. (no problem) We left SLO on time and arrived in San Diego on schedule.

Outside Sky cap would be helpful! No entertainment (TV screens)

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

I didn’t like that I could not select my seat and was assigned a seat when I checked in at LAX

Great experience overall. Check in at Austin was congested as they only have about 6 check in kiosks, one was broken, and there was a lot of Spring Break travelers.

Bag drop off was slow and annoying. Only 2 agents at the entire delta desk, and no one directing traffic for what line to be in, many confused people slowed down the process. Boarding was fine. Seats in Delta comfort plus were fine. Snacks were great! Definitely a bonus. The entertainment system was awful — old, slow, not responsive, and completely unable to play games due to some kind of error. But on the other hand, thank you to Delta for the free WiFi. That made it better.

Everything was very good other than I had selected a specific seat when I booked the flight and they changed it once I checked-in the day before my flight. I was still in first class but lost my aisle seat for a window seat. Being tall, the aisle offers more comfort so I always select an aisle seat.

Flight diverted in SD. Later take off in Seattle by 1.3hrs

Crew was not friendly when I went to request a seat change.

Really impressive staff at airport and on plane, especially given how busy it was

Was a great smooth flight from Detroit to San Diego.

So so. Terrible aircraft choice for that leg of the flight.

delay several times and wait extra long to board. no entertainment service because there are problem for some rows. always encounter some delays for the last flight of the day.

On time every leg of the journey and exceptional staff at counter, gate, and on board. I haven’t travelled in US for a long time and was genuinely surprised how pleasant this was.

This was a Lufthansa flight. Disappointing main meal. Very rough over Canada and arrival at FRA. IFE was almost unusable.

Too many fees (but that seems to apply to all airlines nowadays)

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

Over two hours wait to get wheelchair assistance from arrival to the departure gate for LA was unreasonable even though there appreared to be heavy demand.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Fight crew was not very attentive and the bastions were gross!

Our flight was great we left Kona earlier and got into LAX almost an 1hour earlier as well. LAX AA is in repair so to get out and found our bus to get pick up was a bit confusing.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

5 hour flight - full flight - not enough room to use my computer - slightly delayed - Admirals club was excellent quality food, drink made up for flight seating. No food offerred on flight, you ahd to prebook.

We experience delays on departure and connecting flights resulting in 14 hour to our next departure. We were accommodated with a night's stay but was only provided a 12 dollar meals accommodation. The airlines rules state.at least 50 dollars. In any case, it can not make up for the whole day missed on our vacation in Sydney Australia.

I can say I will not be taking this airline again any time soon. Seat were uncomfortable and too tight. Lack of chair screen and little overhead space.

American airlines put us on a connecting flight that only had 20 min layover. I made it by running down the concorce in Phoenix and was last one on the flight. Not acceptable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Plane felt so crowded and tightly packed. The chair itself was not comfortable.

They attended to my needs as I couldn't walk and they provided a wheelchair for me.q

Poor availability of food. Cold cabin temperature. Extremely long waiting time for a flight attendant to respond to a call button signal.

They charged me 212.00 for a heavy check in bag at the gate. The pricing and process was so confusing - as if it was designed to purposefully gouge customers who need to board plane. That experience combined with the outrageous price charged will prevent me from ever flying Spirit again. And I’ll be sure to tell the story to anyone who cares to hear.

The text told me it was changed to Terminal E and Gate D5. But with no one on site to ask questions there was confusion on where to go as all the gates were E's. Then we took the skyline to the D area. We left to get something to eat. No announcement was made but my daughter happened to asked and they told her our gate was moved to D12. I will not fly Spirit again.

The agent at the check in desk was absolutely rude. The rest of the team after that was good, but the check in process at LAS was miserable. The woman at the desk spoke like we were stupid and was rude throughout the process.

Its so random that they only allow 40 pounds on checked bags when all airlines take 55. They then charge you for each 10 extra pounds, so my checked suitcase was $130 and the flight $30 ... its like whattt, im for sure not traveling with Spirit again

A solid 5 stars. Could it have been better? Not for that price!! The crew was well humored and kind. The process was easy and efficient. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.

So bad. The check in process was laborious and the check in agent didn't seem to know how to manage the process efficiently and was confused about how to check in my son's sports equipment. The baggage fees were outrageous and so expensive. $90 for a carry on bag? And $200 additional for 2 check ins. The security lines were insanely long and the terminal was not very nice in the Spirit area. $5 for a water on board. It was my first and last time flying Spirit - I tried to save $ by flying them due to the accommodating schedule but I should have paid for Southwest, because it would've actually ended up less expensive due to the free bags with Southwest. There were no charging ports on the airplane, no wifi and really uncomfortable seating. The flight crew were great though, courteous and efficient in their boarding. Flight was delayed 1 hour, but we made up 15 minutes in flight.

My experience was better than expected. What I did find not so great was the seats. Very little room, they did not recline and the tray table was the size of a post card. There was no food to try, just standard snacks that you had to pay for and I don’t know of any entertainment. I would fly again even though everything was an upcharge. Flight was on time with little disturbance

thy don't even ofer water we have to buy it for $4.49 and paid for our cary on bags $100 each we never will fly in this company again.

Super cool and laid back, three lovely ladies. Couldn’t ask for better service.

Nothing: hard no reclining seats, poor leg room, no charging outlets, $4.50 for a water and when it could not get any worse they lost my checked bag.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Reno to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/8Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
5h 06mRNO-SAN
$41
5/25Sat
1 stopSpirit Airlines
5h 39mRNO-SAN
$48
6/8Sat
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
11h 47mRNO-SAN
$55
5/23Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
5h 57mRNO-SAN
$60
7/3Wed
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
10h 08mRNO-SAN
$286
5/17Fri
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
8h 39mRNO-SAN
$314
5/19Sun
2 stopsUnited Airlines
11h 35mRNO-SAN
$364
4/30Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
20h 37mRNO-SAN
$369
5/23Thu
3 stops
28h 51mRNO-SAN
$378
5/4Sat
3 stops
23h 10mRNO-SAN
$471

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Last minute flights from Reno to San Diego

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Reno to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/1Wed
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
7h 44mRNO-SAN
5/3Fri
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
13h 29mSAN-RNO
$277
5/1Wed
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 38mRNO-SAN
5/4Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
14h 58mSAN-RNO
$280
5/1Wed
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
15h 25mRNO-SAN
5/3Fri
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
13h 29mSAN-RNO
$292
4/27Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
4h 54mRNO-SAN
4/28Sun
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
13h 29mSAN-RNO
$333
5/1Wed
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
16h 38mRNO-SAN
5/4Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
26h 54mSAN-RNO
$343
5/1Wed
multi-stop
15h 25mRNO-SAN
5/3Fri
multi-stop
23h 35mSAN-RNO
$350
5/1Wed
multi-stop
15h 25mRNO-SAN
5/3Fri
multi-stop
23h 35mSAN-RNO
$377
5/1Wed
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
15h 25mRNO-SAN
5/4Sat
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
26h 54mSAN-RNO
$401
4/27Sat
multi-stopUnited Airlines
3h 37mRNO-SAN
4/28Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
19h 00mSAN-RNO
$486
4/27Sat
multi-stopUnited Airlines
16h 57mRNO-SAN
4/28Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
19h 00mSAN-RNO
$516

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