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$66 Find Cheap Flights from Reno to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Reno to San Francisco departing on 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$127
Overall average: $314
Frontier
Tue 3/31Tue 4/7
RNO - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$179
Typical prices: $196-$408
United Airlines
Sun 3/29Sun 4/5
RNO - SFO • Non-stop
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RNO's single terminal simplifies navigation.
Use BART from SFO for quick city transfers.
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Frontier
Cheapest • from $127 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Phoenix (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $194 (round-trip)
Phoenix (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 15m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Reno to San Francisco (RNO-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Reno to San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
Frontier Logo
3:44 pm - 3:16 pm
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SFO
23h 32m
1 stop
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6:34 pm - 3:00 pm
SFO
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RNO
20h 26m
1 stop
$127Frontier
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
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3:45 pm - 7:53 am
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SFO
16h 08m
1 stop
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2:47 pm - 7:40 pm
SFO
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RNO
4h 53m
1 stop
$129Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 20
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8:35 pm - 8:23 am
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SFO
11h 48m
1 stop
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8:35 pm - 7:40 pm
SFO
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RNO
23h 05m
1 stop
$131Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
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2:41 pm - 6:37 pm
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SFO
27h 56m
1 stop
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10:50 pm - 3:00 pm
SFO
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RNO
16h 10m
1 stop
$132Frontier
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
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8:35 pm - 8:23 am
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SFO
11h 48m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 10:07 am
SFO
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RNO
14h 27m
1 stop
$135Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
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11:35 am - 9:38 pm
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SFO
10h 03m
2 stops
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4:06 pm - 3:00 pm
SFO
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RNO
22h 54m
1 stop
$140Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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11:02 am - 4:38 pm
RNO
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SFO
5h 36m
1 stop
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9:24 pm - 10:07 am
SFO
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RNO
12h 43m
1 stop
$141Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 15
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8:38 pm - 9:08 pm
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SFO
24h 30m
2 stops
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2:47 pm - 7:40 pm
SFO
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RNO
4h 53m
1 stop
$143Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
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11:35 am - 9:39 pm
RNO
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SFO
10h 04m
2 stops
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7:40 pm - 10:07 am
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RNO
14h 27m
1 stop
$150Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 20
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11:47 am - 9:39 pm
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SFO
9h 52m
2 stops
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8:35 pm - 10:52 am
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RNO
14h 17m
1 stop
$154Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Reno to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Reno to San Francisco 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 Francisco?

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Reno to San Francisco, 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 Francisco is October, where tickets cost $241 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $314 and $294 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Reno to San Francisco?

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 $244 on average.

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

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 San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Reno to San Francisco

 
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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on RNO

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$66
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Reno to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reno to San Francisco 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 San Francisco

  • What are the differences between Business Class and Economy for this route?

    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.

  • Which is the best airline for an unaccompanied minor?

    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.

  • How do I access downtown San Francisco from San Francisco International Airport?

    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.

  • How can I make my trip more sustainable?

    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.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Reno to San Francisco was $66 for a one-way ticket and $127 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    Reno airport is called Reno and the only airport in San Francisco is San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Reno to San Francisco?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Reno to San Francisco flight route: Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, Delta, Vueling, American Airlines, and Iberia.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Reno to San Francisco?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Reno and San Francisco.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    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 Francisco with an airline and back to Reno with another airline. Booking your flights between Reno and SFO 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 Francisco?

    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 Francisco 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 San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $225 or less one-way and $422 or less round-trip.
  • United Airlines is the only airline with direct connections between Reno (RNO) and San Francisco (SFO). If you’re looking to avoid a layover during your flight, this is the best option to book with.
  • Taking a taxi or driving via the I-580S is the best and quickest way to get from downtown Reno to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). Public transport, while available, takes a long time and will require you to walk to Reno Greyhound Station.
  • Alaska Airlines has two options for Economy Class: Saver and Main. Saver offers a carry-on baggage allowance and the option to purchase extra legroom while Main has the same options plus pre-reserved seat assignment and a changeable ticket.
  • When flying with the kids, United Airlines is a good option. They have Wi-Fi and other options for inflight entertainment which should help keep the kids busy and distracted during the flight.
  • United Airlines has three options for Economy Class: Basic Economy, Economy, and Economy Plus. Basic Economy doesn’t allow any hand luggage and you have to pay for advance seat selection. Economy on the other hand allows advance seat selection and hand luggage for free while Economy offers all those plus extra legroom, a changeable ticket, and the option to upgrade for a lower cost.

Prefer to fly direct from Reno to San Francisco?

 
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Reviews of the top airline flying from Reno to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Reno to San Francisco. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Reno to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9377 reviews
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
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Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

10.0 ExcellentAgustin, Feb 2026
IAH - SFO
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Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

the whole trip was smooth, and as comfortable as flying is these days. flight crew was friendly and very courteous and helpful.

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

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