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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $149-$319
Southwest
Thu 8/27Thu 9/3
SJC - RNO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$59
Typical prices: $102-$342
Southwest
Thu 8/20
SJC - RNO • Non-stop
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Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 02m
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Cheapest • Avg $307 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 04m (one-way)
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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

Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
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7:30 am - 8:35 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:05 pm
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1h 10mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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7:30 am - 8:35 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:05 pm
RNO
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1h 10mnonstop
$117Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:45 am - 8:50 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 7:30 pm
RNO
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1h 05mnonstop
$117Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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7:30 am - 8:35 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:05 pm
RNO
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SJC
1h 10mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
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7:30 am - 8:35 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:05 pm
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1h 10mnonstop
$117Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
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7:30 am - 8:35 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:05 pm
RNO
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SJC
1h 10mnonstop
$117Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
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7:30 am - 8:35 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 8:10 pm
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4h 15m
1 stop
$127Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:45 am - 8:50 am
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RNO
1h 05mnonstop
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10:00 am - 2:20 pm
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4h 20m
1 stop
$127Southwest
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26
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2:17 pm - 7:47 pm
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RNO
5h 30m
1 stop
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11:51 am - 12:07 pm
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SJC
24h 16m
1 stop
$128Frontier
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
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1:38 pm - 6:32 pm
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RNO
4h 54m
1 stop
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7:03 pm - 12:43 pm
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SJC
17h 40m
1 stop
$128Frontier
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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 August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Reno from San Jose, California usually cost between $168 and $319 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117 on Southwest (Aug 27-Sep 3).

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, Thursday 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 March, where tickets cost $247 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $609 and $532 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.

No, with an average price for the route of $450, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Jose to Reno

 
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Expert on RNO and SJC

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$59
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 66% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% 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.

  • How many flights are there between San Jose and Reno per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from San Jose and lands in Reno, with an average flight time of 1h 02m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 4 flights.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Jose to Reno was $59 for a one-way ticket and $117 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 $189 or less one-way and $319 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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