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8:48 pm - 8:24 amSAN-RNO
11h 36m1 stop
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9:19 am - 7:53 pmRNO-SAN
10h 34m1 stop
$78Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 4
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8:08 am - 8:21 pmSAN-RNO
12h 13m1 stop
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9:19 am - 7:53 pmRNO-SAN
10h 34m1 stop
$89Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 28 - Fri, May 30
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 11:44 pmSAN-RNO
6h 42m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 6:45 pmRNO-SAN
5h 15m1 stop
$179Delta
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Fri, May 30 - Tue, Jun 3
Delta Logo
10:01 am - 4:32 pmSAN-RNO
6h 31m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:30 pm - 6:45 pmRNO-SAN
5h 15m1 stop
$198Delta
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Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 4
United Airlines Logo
7:27 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-RNO
4h 32m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 10:12 amRNO-SAN
4h 27m1 stop
$258United Airlines
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Thu, Jun 26 - Sun, Jun 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:32 pm - 10:59 amSAN-RNO
13h 27m2 stops
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7:45 pm - 4:09 pmRNO-SAN
20h 24m2 stops
$274Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jul 21 - Wed, Jul 23
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 5:05 pmSAN-RNO
1h 35mnonstop
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6:30 am - 8:00 amRNO-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
$281Southwest
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Tue, Jul 1 - Sat, Jul 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:41 pm - 11:53 pmSAN-RNO
11h 12m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 10:55 pmRNO-SAN
8h 23m1 stop
$288Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 26
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 10:00 amSAN-RNO
3h 15m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 7:05 pmRNO-SAN
1h 35mnonstop
$309Southwest
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Thu, May 22 - Sun, May 25
United Airlines Logo
10:54 am - 11:59 pmSAN-RNO
13h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 10:12 amRNO-SAN
4h 27m1 stop
$337United Airlines
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Planning a trip from San Diego to Reno? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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 Sunday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Diego, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

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 $194 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $356 and $333 respectively.

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 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJune
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$31
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Reno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Reno 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 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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Reno was $31 for a one-way ticket and $78 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?

    Only Alaska Airlines offers 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 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Reno flight 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 $327 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 $228 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • 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 $208 or less one-way and $335 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.

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Reno

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9968 reviews
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My youngest didn't have a assigned seat until we biard6the plane.

2.0 MediocreStephanie, Apr 2025SAN - SLC
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My youngest didn't have a assigned seat until we biard6the plane.

There was no seating at the gate, no where to charge your devices, super crowded. Boarding in group F meant all luggage space was taken when it was time for me to board. The boarding crew was short with everyone and seemed irritated. The luggage space was insufficient, the seat was too small for me (6'4") and very uncomfortable trip. I was in a middle seat between a person snoring the whole trip and a person with very strong body odor. The flight crew was terse and unfriendly, seemed irritated and impatient. Yelled a lot at people with earbuds in, understandable. Finally, we arrived 10 minutes early, only to sit on the tarmac for 20 minutes and wait for a gate. Worst flight experience I've had in years.

The flight was delayed by 3 hours and 30 minutes without any explanation.

A little delay but nice flight, nice team. Thank you.

They lock the bathrooms too soon before landing! My bladder was bursting for over an hour. Then the plane had to sit on the taxiway for 1 hour. People started rushing to the bathroom. Creating a dangerous situation.

Did not travel - unexpected medical emergency. Nonrefundable tickets, but Alaska Air sent credit vouchers for the entire amount (very generous, and I didn't expect that). However, I paid for insurance with Kayak's partner company. The 'insurance' might pay for lost baggage, but they referred to the contract in refusing to a dime on the policy. (If you died from a heart attack in the waiting area, I suspect they would claim the right to DENY if your general practitioner had found high blood pressure previously and prescribed daily HTCZ pills - even tiny ones.) They described a policy to deny any claim with even the slightest whiff of pre-existing. I suspect that they probably almost NEVER pay money out on a medical claim, and that their 'local medical assistance' has no coverage either - that it's just an abusive profit center sending gigantic bills while contributing nothing from your 'policy coverage'.

flight was late resulting in us missing our prepaid hotel shuttle

Only problem my credit card had over three pending credit card charges for luggages. I hope these charges do not post. I have already contacted my credit card companies.

Flight was late to board, then overweight. I booked a non stop flight for a reason, ended up having to re-fuel in Texas, arrived three hours late.

My seat was comfortable. There was no TV on the airplane.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Very good. Sad to learn Southwest is going start to charge for bags

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

We had a nice flight. Boarding was easy, our seats were comfortable and the on board service was pleasant.

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

My seat was changed at the last minute and I was moved to the last row, right next to the bathroom despite selecting my seat well in advance. I was also made to check my carry on due to space but when I got on the plane there was significant empty overhead space. Picking up my carry on from the luggage carousel added time to my trip which had already been extended due to delay.

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Compared with other carriers business class for an overnight was not worth the extra expense.

Easy to board. Flight was super crowded though so I didn't sleep well on that cross country red-eye flight. The aisles seem ot have gotten narrower and the seat smaller whn luggage and people are getting bigger so it would be AWESOME to have more space and breathing room in general ;)

My priority checked bag was not loaded on the flight. I had to sit in baggage claim in Las Vegas for 2 1/2 hours waiting for the next flight. All baggage staff were very helpful, tracking showed it as scanned for loading. Nobody told me why it wasn't on my flight.

Pilot Erika DeLong made us feel safe and at ease in a frankly scary time to be flying. Her warm smile and greeting and excellent command of the aircraft in foggy bumpy weather helped us all to calm our nerves and get us home safely.

Plenty of room for me and the cat in Premium Economy. Seat was comfortable. Boarding was a breeze. The lady at the special check-in desk was great, super helpful and professional.

First class felt like economy, seats were horrible, food was horrible, staff inattentive

Wish movie and music choices changed more often. Mostly same from a month or two ago when I last flew.

It was good. Just that the seats could not be reclined. The people behind were not ready to let the chairs be reclined

Plane left & arrived early- 5 Crew great. Wi fi - paid for 2, only 1 worked - so so. Waste of $. Coolie was good

I book a filght for me and my daughter from Miami home to Las Vegas and getting her checked in was awful the lady at the baggage check in was horrible!!! She was the rudest person I have ever encountered in my entire life!!!! My daughter dose not speak Spanish and so I was trying to translate for her but the woman would not let me so my daughter was 100 💯 confused because she could not understand what was going on or being said at all horrible absolutely horrible and rude extremely stressful worst experience ever!!!!!!! And then we were actually told by other air port staff not to complain because if we did sprint would make sure we miss our flight ✈️ that they do it all the time 😧

Not good. No updates regarding the flight status until after the fact on the delays and then a cancellation.

If kayak actually provided me this flight and didn’t just send me notifications about it

Worst Airplane ride I ever have taken... My purchased seat was changed without my consent

Surprising everything went well. Nice attendants and fast getting on and off the plane. Overall, was happy with the experience.

They kept delaying us and not providing any information which cost us hundreds of dollars . We had an event to get to and missed our even that we had paid for along with lots of wasted time and money booking nee flights.

The gate area was terrible at San Diego airport -way too crowded in a small space. Since my husband was driving to our destination, we did not have to take any luggage so my kids and I only had backpacks. Therefore everything was easy and smooth. And we didn’t have to pay up charges for everything and it was a short flight. I tried table was broken and it was a little cramped, but it was fine for what we needed. I probably would not fly spirit on a longer flight and if I had to take baggage.

Spirit's seating does not work for an overnight flight and my back is killing me. This airline does not meet the minimum standards for being an airline.

All the steps below was great!!! and the price thank you!!

This is the first and last times I take spirit. It’s really bare bones. That old saying that everything comes at a price, that’s really applicable here.

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