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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $192-$320
Frontier
Fri 9/11Fri 9/18
SAN - RNO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$164
Typical prices: $174-$319
Southwest
Wed 9/9Wed 9/16
SAN - RNO • Non-stop
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Southwest free carry-on adds value, but checked bags now cost extra.
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You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 40m
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Cheapest • Avg $239 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 06m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Reno (SAN-RNO)

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

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
Frontier Logo
9:03 pm - 6:18 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
21h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
8:34 am - 8:17 pmRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
11h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$164Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
Frontier Logo
9:03 pm - 6:18 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
21h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:19 pm - 8:17 pmRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
6h 58m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$164Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 9:20 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
1h 40mnonstop
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7:00 am - 8:35 amRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
1h 35mnonstop
$164Southwest
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
Southwest Logo
6:15 pm - 7:55 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
1h 40mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:30 amRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
1h 30mnonstop
$164Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:23 pm - 9:10 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
1h 47mnonstop
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8:47 pm - 7:53 pmRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
23h 06m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$167Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 9:00 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
1h 47mnonstop
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7:22 pm - 4:59 pmRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
21h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$167Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:48 am - 11:36 amSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
1h 48mnonstop
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7:28 am - 9:08 amRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
1h 40mnonstop
$168Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10
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9:48 am - 11:36 amSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
1h 48mnonstop
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7:28 am - 9:08 amRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
1h 40mnonstop
$168Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 5:50 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
3h 26m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:39 pm - 12:29 amRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
5h 50m1 stop San Francisco
$177United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 5:42 pmSAN  San Diego-RNO Reno
3h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:00 am - 10:18 amRNO  Reno-SAN San Diego
4h 18m1 stop San Francisco
$177United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Reno flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Reno?

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Reno from San Diego usually cost between $208 and $372 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $164 on Southwest (Sep 12-Sep 15).

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

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

When flying from San Diego to Reno, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Diego, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Reno, 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 San Diego to Reno is January, where tickets cost $204 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $352 and $337 respectively.

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

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.

No, with an average price for the route of $316, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Reno, 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 San Diego to Reno, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 51% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to Reno

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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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Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$66
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Reno

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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Reno

  • Can you take showers at the departure and arrival airports?

    If you want to refresh at San Diego Airport, showers are available in the lounges. Airspace Lounge offers shower facilities, and passengers can access them by paying at the door. The lounge is between East Security and the new bridge to Terminal 2 West near Gates 22 and 23, airside of Terminal 2. In Reno–Tahoe International Airport (RNO), there are no showers.

  • Can you spend a night at the San Diego Airport?

    Yes. There are no designated areas where you can sleep in SAN, but you can spend a night in the landside area of the airport. There are armrest-free benches where you can lay stretched. The baggage claim area can also be a good sleeping spot since it has circular seats with no armrests. You may consider spending the night at nearby hotels. Some of the nearby hotels offer free shuttle services and include TownePlace Place Suites San Diego Airport and Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport.

  • What kids’ facilities are provided in the departure and arrival airports?

    In SAN, there are nursing rooms where mothers can comfortably pump or breastfeed. The rooms are well designed with outlets, artwork, and kid's seats. All nursing rooms are found in the airside at both terminals. In RNO, there is a children's play area beside McDonald's on the second floor.

  • Where can I stay near RNO Airport?

    RNO Airport has many hotels near the airport that you may stay at on your arrival. These hotels include The Hyatt Place Hotel, The Best Western Airport Plaza, and The Aloft. These three hotels are a walking distance of the airport terminals. There are also hotels near the airport that offer free shuttle services, including Peppermill Resort Spa, Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, and Atlantis Casino Spa.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Reno was $66 for a one-way ticket and $164 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

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

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

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Reno flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Reno flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Reno are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $302 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 $265 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 San Diego to Reno.

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

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

    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 Reno with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and RNO 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 San Diego to Reno?

    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 Reno from San Diego 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 San Diego to Reno

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $128 or less one-way and $217 or less round-trip.
  • If you are an active member of the US military at San Diego International Airport (SAN), you may consider visiting the USO lounge, which offers free services to military members. The lounge is located at the gate parking lot, East floor of Terminal 2. Other lounges include Airspace Lounge, Delta Sky Club, and United Club Lounge.
  • To withdraw cash at SAN, ATMs are available, and fees may apply. Bank of America oversees these machines. They are located on the airside and landside of Terminals 1 and 2.
  • If you are in SAN and want help, volunteer airport ambassadors wearing green polo shirts walking around the airport who can help you. Passengers can also find support from the information desk at the baggage claim areas of the terminals.
  • If you have more time at SAN, you can visit the spa bar and enjoy the massages, pedicures, and manicures. You can find the spas at Gate 26 and 36 of Terminal 2.
  • At SAN Airport, there is a nonprofit organization with volunteers to help you by answering your questions and transportation assistance. They are located at the baggage claim level at Terminal 1 and baggage claim level at Terminal 2.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Reno?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Diego to Reno.
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Direct departures

San Diego to Reno

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Reno to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Other airlines flying from San Diego to Reno

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Reno according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.