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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

Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
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8:00 am - 9:00 amSJC-RNO
1h 00mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 8:05 pmRNO-SJC
1h 05mnonstop
$97Southwest
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Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 8:30 pmSJC-RNO
4h 00m1 stop
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7:00 pm - 8:05 pmRNO-SJC
1h 05mnonstop
$107Southwest
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Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 23
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 8:50 pmSJC-RNO
5h 50m2 stops
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7:00 pm - 8:05 pmRNO-SJC
1h 05mnonstop
$112Southwest
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Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:02 pm - 11:59 pmSJC-RNO
3h 57m1 stop
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9:16 am - 2:15 pmRNO-SJC
4h 59m1 stop
$130Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 12
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:50 pmSJC-RNO
7h 20m1 stop
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9:30 am - 2:39 pmRNO-SJC
5h 09m1 stop
$174Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:50 pmSJC-RNO
7h 20m1 stop
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2:45 pm - 11:54 pmRNO-SJC
9h 09m1 stop
$189Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 16
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:59 amSJC-RNO
4h 44m1 stop
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9:12 am - 2:28 pmRNO-SJC
5h 16m1 stop
$208Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:31 am - 5:59 pmSJC-RNO
8h 28m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:12 am - 2:28 pmRNO-SJC
5h 16m1 stop
$244Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 21
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2:12 pm - 6:23 pmSJC-RNO
4h 11m1 stop
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7:29 pm - 11:17 pmRNO-SJC
3h 48m1 stop
Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
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6:30 am - 4:13 pmSJC-RNO
33h 43m3 stops
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2:45 pm - 3:27 pmRNO-SJC
24h 42m2 stops
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SJC

SJC offers quick security checks with generally smoother and faster processing than larger airports, making it ideal for short flights like SJC to RNO.

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RNO's free Wi-Fi is easy to connect to and reasonably fast, perfect for quick access upon arrival from SJC.

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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.

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Planning a trip from San Jose 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 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 Mondays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, 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 September, where tickets cost $143 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $319 and $314 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 $279 on average.

Good to know

Low seasonApril
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$49
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
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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 $49 for a one-way ticket and $97 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?

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American 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 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (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.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Jose to Reno are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $291 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 $623 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • 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 $129 or less one-way and $286 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?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Jose Airport to Reno Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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San Jose to Reno

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Top 3 airlines serving from San Jose to Reno

 
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.1Entertainment
7.1Food
8.5Crew
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We waited over an hour for our luggage to arrive at the carousel in Seattle.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2025LAX - SEA
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We waited over an hour for our luggage to arrive at the carousel in Seattle.

The plane was delayed a bit. It wasn't a huge problem though, as we were heading back home.

Flight was great. Boarding was crazy because another flight was boarding late next to ours so everyone was standing and in the way.

Comfortable seat, a little delay, very informative. Love Wi-Fi

very good but no blankets for overnight flight or tv screens…

Good. They checked my bag FOR FREE so I didnt have to try to hoist it up into the overhead compartment. Also, they served free beverages, which I appreciated.

late take off - which they blamed on ATC 1000 times. Fake news that there was no room overhead for carry-ons. Seat space was so tiny I could barely drink my coffee. Cabin was freezing cold. Seat was hard. Zero in-flight entertainment. Only good thing was we arrived on time. Not a good experience!

I ordered the fruit and cheese plate on both outbound and inbound flights, the cheese portion on the inbound flight was half of what it had been on the outbound flight. 🙁

OK for the price paid but nothing as far as value.

Wish I got An email stating that I needed to check in at hawaiian even if I made my ticket thru alaska. I had to walk to terminal A from Terminal B.

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.

Seats uncomfortable, hard to check luggage, etc. It was like the last flight out of Hanoi

Good experience except for the drunk woman who was with a child. Sad

Canceled my flight and refused to put me on a different flight to get me to my destination. Unacceptable and ruined my trip

The flight was canceled and no option was given to get me to my destination even though there were 3 other flights going to Las Vegas later on that night. I will never fly on Spirit Airlines ever again. Terrible service!

Last minute 2-3 hr delay in flight schedule; no explanation Unexpected extra $52 charge What's the benefit of choosing a cheap airline if you trick people last minute and force them to pay extra last minute? Did not appreciate being cornered.

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.

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.

It’s ridiculous to pay for carry-on luggage. I also wasn’t given an option to specify I have carry on bag at time of ticket purchase. I also could not specify I have carry on luggage at time of online check-in.

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