SJC - RNO

$89 Find Cheap Flights from San Jose to Reno

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Jose to Reno departing on 5/28. 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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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$177
Typical prices: $329-$279
Southwest
Tue 6/2Thu 6/4
SJC - RNO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$177
Typical prices: $329-$257
Southwest
Mon 6/1Thu 6/4
SJC - RNO • Non-stop
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SJC offers quick security checks for short flights.
RNO's free Wi-Fi is fast and easy to connect to.
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Cheapest • Avg $258 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Reno (SJC-RNO)

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

Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 4
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 6:55 pm
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RNO
5h 10m
1 stop
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7:30 pm - 8:40 pm
RNO
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SJC
1h 10mnonstop
$177Southwest
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
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6:40 am - 3:00 pm
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RNO
8h 20m
2 stops
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1:55 pm - 5:40 pm
RNO
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SJC
3h 45m
1 stop
$182Southwest
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
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9:00 am - 10:05 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:20 pm - 11:25 pm
RNO
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SJC
5h 05m
1 stop
$187Southwest
Tue, May 26 - Wed, May 27
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1:45 pm - 7:55 pm
SJC
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RNO
6h 10m
2 stops
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11:00 am - 3:50 pm
RNO
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SJC
4h 50m
1 stop
$192Southwest
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
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6:15 am - 9:50 am
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RNO
3h 35m
1 stop
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5:00 am - 9:40 am
RNO
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SJC
4h 40m
1 stop
$197Southwest
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
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10:00 am - 1:15 pm
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RNO
3h 15m
1 stop
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5:40 am - 1:45 pm
RNO
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SJC
8h 05m
2 stops
$202Southwest
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
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9:00 am - 10:05 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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5:40 am - 11:00 am
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SJC
5h 20m
1 stop
$222Southwest
Tue, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 4
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1:45 pm - 7:55 pm
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RNO
6h 10m
2 stops
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12:40 pm - 4:25 pm
RNO
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SJC
3h 45m
1 stop
$227Southwest
Sat, May 23 - Wed, May 27
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7:10 am - 1:35 pm
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RNO
6h 25m
1 stop
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11:00 am - 3:50 pm
RNO
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SJC
4h 50m
1 stop
$232Southwest
Tue, Jun 16 - Fri, Jun 19
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6:20 pm - 11:30 pm
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RNO
5h 10m
1 stop
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6:20 pm - 10:30 pm
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4h 10m
1 stop
$238Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Jose to Reno flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Jose 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 Jose, California 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 Jose, California to Reno departing in June.

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

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Reno is September, where tickets cost $136 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $609 and $500 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Jose 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.

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 $379 on average.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Jose to Reno

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$89
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 84% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Jose to Reno

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

  • Where are the lounges at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport?

    There are two lounges at SJC. USO has one lounge, while The Club at SJC has two lounges. The USO lounge can be accessed by active US military personnel and their families, and it is landside between the two terminals. The Club at SJC is open to everyone; you only need to pay at the door to access it. The establishment has two locations, both airside and in Terminal A, around Gates A15 and A8.

  • What are the transport options from Reno-Tahoe International Airport?

    SJC is served by the Valley Transit Authority (VTA) bus route number 10, also known as the Airport Flyer. It operates between SJC and downtown, and buses depart every 15-30min. Shared-ride shuttles are also available at SJC, providing door-to-door services between the airport and surrounding locations. You'll find them on the lower level of the parking garage in Terminal A and across from baggage claim in Terminal B. Taxis are also available at the ground transportation center of both terminals, and rental cars are available from the Rental Car Center, opposite Terminal B.

  • Does Reno-Tahoe International Airport offer accessible services?

    SJC has provided ramps and elevators for barrier-free access to all parts of the airport. PRM also has reserved parking spots, fast-track services, and accessible restrooms. Aira services, braille signage, and tactile guide paths are available for low-vision passengers, while the hard of hearing get TDD telephones, visual paging services, and video phones.

  • Does Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport offer family services?

    The airport has provided private nursing rooms for mothers with infants. The nursing rooms include power outlets, and you'll find them near Gate 8 in Terminal A and near Gates 24, 26,18, and 21 in Terminal B. SJC has provided the iPal Playground for the older kids visiting the airport. The play area is in Terminal B near Gate 24.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Jose to Reno was $89 for a one-way ticket and $177 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    You can catch a nonstop flight from San Jose to Reno on on Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Jose to Reno are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $301 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $464 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Reno.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reno from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose with another airline. Booking your flights between San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Reno

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $299 or less round-trip.
  • Traveling with a pet to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)? The airport has provided several pet relief areas to cater to their furry passengers. You'll find outdoor areas north of ticketing in Terminals A and B and indoor areas between Gates 16 and 17 airside.
  • Around 662 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from San Jose to Reno. You can fly more sustainably with Southwest Airlines. They offer a flight that emits 89% less carbon on this route.
  • If you have some time after your flight, head to the gaming machines at Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). The airport has gaming machines at three locations: the Taphouse, both concourses, and the terminal's lobby.
  • If you have some urgent business to attend to, set up your office at the Productivity Center in RNO. The Productivity Center has workstations that are free to use, and the countertops include power outlets. There's one location landside near the lobby and two locations airside, near Gates C1 and B2.
  • If you need help with your luggage at RNO, Smarte Carte provides luggage trolleys available for rent. They rent these trolleys at the Arrivals Hall and near the check-in counters. Trolleys are available for around $5.

Prefer to fly direct from San Jose to Reno?

 
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Reviews of the top airlines flying from San Jose to Reno

 
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4306 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

10.0 Excellentlarry, Apr 2026
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The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

First time I've had to use the disabled accommodations. And I could not have had a better experience with Southwest, i was having trouble getting from one terminal to another due to my heart failure. And the next thing I know a Southwest agent had made sure. I had a wheelchair at all my flights. Can't thank them enough.

Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

Comfortable. Easy. No problems. Just wish they had gf options for snacks.

The crew was very kind and made going to Hawaii relaxing and fun to look forward to! Thank you Southwest for a pleasant flight!

The new seat assignment thing is wierd. If you don’t pay for a seat they always assign you a middle seat regardless of how many people are on the flight. Idk… the new company that bought Southwest is trying to make it more profitable, but I’m just not seeing it. The flight attendants aren’t having as much fun anymore. It just feels like the airline is slowly dying. IMO. We shall see if Southwest is the next Toy’s R Us.

Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

It was perfect! I've never flown with United before, but I definitely will in the future

I had a cancelled flight because of technical issues going to my destination, and a delayed flight coming home. All told it wasn’t a total bust.

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

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