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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Reno to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:35 am
• Latest: departs at 7:30 pm and lands at 9:05 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 35m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Reno to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Reno to San Francisco takes 1h 35m, covering 192 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Reno to San Francisco range from $235 to $380, with an average of $286 over the past 12 months. Anything below $235 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $286 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $285 round-trip, compared to $320 via a layover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Reno to San Francisco flights, with 58% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $113 to $766. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Reno to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $58, which is 79% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Reno to San Francisco usually depart from Reno (RNO) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Most connecting flights from Reno to San Francisco pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Reno to San Francisco. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $248 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $409, a difference of $161.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Reno and San Francisco.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Reno to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

This is fully dependent on the airline you’re traveling with because different airlines have different amenities on offer. For example, United Airlines Business has priority boarding, reclinable seats, a selection of food and drinks, and access to their lounge before boarding while United Airlines has all these amenities plus access to a library of movies and TV for your entertainment.

United and American Airlines both have a service dedicated to helping unaccompanied minors travel safely and comfortably. With this service, your child will be guided through check-in and security and then helped with the boarding process to make everything smooth. In addition, the crew members will look out for them during the entire trip and make sure they arrive safely and are handed over to an authorized adult.

The quickest and most convenient transfer option from SFO Airport is using a taxi which will be available at all terminals and will also drop you at any location in the city making it ideal for anyone with a lot of luggage. The metro offers a cheaper alternative although they can only be accessed from the International Terminal and aren’t available at night.

There are multiple ways to make your trip more sustainable and you can start with booking nonstop flights instead of connecting flights to reduce the overall carbon emissions on your trip. You can also take public transport to and from the airport to help keep your carbon footprint down. Lastly, book with a sustainable airline such as Alaska Airlines. They use split scimitar winglets on their aircraft to help with fuel efficiency and also pioneered Required Navigation Performance which helps with direct flying hence reducing carbon emissions per flight.