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Cheapest round-trip
$184
Typical prices: $121-$274
Frontier
Thu 8/6Mon 8/10
RNO - LAX • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$187
Typical prices: $118-$275
United Airlines
Thu 8/6Mon 8/10
RNO - LAX • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and others. Average duration is 1h 39m
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Cheapest • Avg $156 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 22m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Reno to Los Angeles (RNO-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Reno to Los Angeles 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reno to Los Angeles

Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
7:05 am - 8:50 am
RNO
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LAX
1h 45mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 12:18 pm
LAX
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RNO
5h 48m
1 stop
$184Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 16
Southwest Logo
3:55 pm - 8:50 pm
RNO
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LAX
4h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 8:20 pm
LAX
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RNO
1h 25mnonstop
$187Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:38 am
RNO
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LAX
1h 38mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 10:38 pm
LAX
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RNO
1h 28mnonstop
$188United Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
7:05 am - 8:50 am
RNO
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LAX
1h 45mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 12:18 pm
LAX
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RNO
5h 48m
1 stop
$189Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 22
Southwest Logo
9:15 am - 10:50 am
RNO
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LAX
1h 35mnonstop
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 3:05 pm
LAX
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RNO
6h 10m
1 stop
$191Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
Southwest Logo
9:55 am - 3:35 pm
RNO
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LAX
5h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 8:20 pm
LAX
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RNO
1h 25mnonstop
$192Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 10:37 pm
RNO
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LAX
3h 42m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 10:38 pm
LAX
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RNO
1h 28mnonstop
$193United Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 10:37 pm
RNO
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LAX
3h 42m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 10:38 pm
LAX
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RNO
1h 28mnonstop
$194United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 12:35 pm
RNO
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LAX
1h 35mnonstop
Southwest Logo
3:15 pm - 9:15 pm
LAX
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RNO
6h 00m
2 stops
$196Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 9:15 pm
RNO
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LAX
8h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:15 am - 2:50 pm
LAX
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RNO
3h 35m
1 stop
$197Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Reno to Los Angeles flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Reno to Los Angeles?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Reno to Los Angeles departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Reno to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Reno to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Reno to Los Angeles, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Reno to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Reno to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles is February, where tickets cost $193 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $289 and $289 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Reno to Los Angeles?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $289 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Reno to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Reno to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Reno to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 52% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Reno to Los Angeles

 
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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$80
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Reno to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reno to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Reno to Los Angeles

  • What different kinds of flights are offered between Reno and Los Angeles?

    There are numerous daily non-stop flights between Reno and Los Angeles to choose from, with many of them being operated by airlines such as JetBlue and Delta. You can also find flights that entail a layover before reaching your destination and these may be serviced by American or United Airlines. Layovers for this route often occur in cities such as Phoenix or San Francisco.

  • What are my transportation options for going from downtown Reno to Reno-Tahoe International Airport?

    When you opt to drive from downtown Reno to Reno-Tahoe International Airport, the journey will normally take you between 5 and 10min. You can make the trip with public transportation instead, such as by taking bus line 12. With this bus, you will reach your destination in around 40min.

  • How can I easily go between Los Angeles International Airport and the city center?

    The easiest way to go between Los Angeles International Airport and the city center is by car, a trip that normally takes around 35 to 45min in total depending on what traffic is like at the time. Otherwise, you can take the LAX FlyAway bus, which will bring you to downtown Los Angeles in approximately 1h.

  • Can I rent a car directly at Los Angeles International Airport?

    There are several different rental car companies that operate directly at Los Angeles International Airport, including Avis, Budget, and Enterprise. To go to where these companies have their offices, you will want to look for the purple “Rental Car Shuttles” sign that can be found just outside of the Lower/Arrivals Level islands, which are near baggage claim.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Reno to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Reno to Los Angeles was $80 for a one-way ticket and $184 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Reno and Los Angeles?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Reno to Los Angeles. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Reno to Los Angeles?

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Reno to Los Angeles?

    JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Reno to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Reno to Los Angeles?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Reno to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Reno to Los Angeles?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Reno and Los Angeles, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Reno to Los Angeles?

    There are nonstop flights from Reno to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Reno to Los Angeles, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Reno to Los Angeles are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $271 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $212 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Reno to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to Reno with another airline. Booking your flights between Reno and LAX 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 Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles from Reno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Reno to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $185 or less one-way and $343 or less round-trip.
  • One of the busiest travel centers in the state of Nevada, Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is also a major hub for Aha!, Reno Air, and Logistic Air. You will find that many of the flights that depart from RNO are operated by one of these companies.
  • If you will be traveling with small children, you may want to take advantage of one of the nursing rooms in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). These rooms are conveniently located in each terminal and provide amenities like outlets, space to park a stroller, changing tables, and running water.
  • To make sure that you get plenty of rest before your early flight departs from Reno-Tahoe International Airport, book one of the hotels that are nearby and provide a free shuttle service. Both the Hyatt Place Reno Tahoe Airport and the Aloft Reno – Tahoe International Airport can be found less than a 10min drive away.
  • Those that will be traveling with their pooch will want to take note of the pet relief areas that are in every terminal of Los Angeles International Airport. Each of these areas has green-space, trash cans, and a spot for owners to sit and relax.
  • Travelers that have a bit of extra time before their flight begins boarding at Reno-Tahoe International Airport can always go to a lounge. There is the Escape Lounge that is located in the Concourse B-C Connector and available for passengers of all airlines.

Prefer to fly direct from Reno to Los Angeles?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Reno to Los Angeles.
Find which airlines fly direct from Reno Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Reno to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines, +1 more

Delta,Southwest, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Reno

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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