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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Reno to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Reno to San Francisco (RNO-SFO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Reno to San Francisco 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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1:10 pm - 6:48 pmRNO-SFO
5h 38m1 stop
4:59 pm - 12:29 pmSFO-RNO
19h 30m1 stop
$186Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 5
6:00 am - 7:16 amRNO-SFO
1h 16mnonstop
4:33 pm - 5:41 pmSFO-RNO
1h 08mnonstop
$197United Airlines
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Tue, Jun 25 - Wed, Jun 26
6:15 pm - 7:27 pmRNO-SFO
1h 12mnonstop
10:45 pm - 11:55 pmSFO-RNO
1h 10mnonstop
$198United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 12
6:00 am - 7:16 amRNO-SFO
1h 16mnonstop
8:50 am - 10:01 amSFO-RNO
1h 11mnonstop
$203United Airlines
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Wed, Jun 26 - Wed, Jul 3
7:00 am - 5:59 pmRNO-SFO
10h 59m1 stop
4:48 pm - 10:23 pmSFO-RNO
5h 35m1 stop
$221Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 17
7:15 am - 8:19 amRNO-SFO
25h 04m1 stop
7:59 pm - 10:48 pmSFO-RNO
26h 49m1 stop
$337Delta
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Sat, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 15
4:50 pm - 4:51 pmRNO-SFO
24h 01m1 stop
6:00 pm - 4:20 pmSFO-RNO
22h 20m1 stop
$370Sun Country Air
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Mon, Jun 10 - Thu, Aug 1
4:55 pm - 10:52 pmRNO-SFO
29h 57m1 stop
11:59 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-RNO
16h 01m1 stop
$395Sun Country Air
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Thu, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 16
9:58 am - 9:54 pmRNO-SFO
11h 56m2 stops
7:42 pm - 6:40 pmSFO-RNO
22h 58m2 stops
$873American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 15
6:00 am - 6:27 pmRNO-SFO
12h 27m2 stops
11:57 pm - 11:05 pmSFO-RNO
23h 08m1 stop
$1,006American Airlines
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Fri, Jun 28 - Fri, Jun 28

Flights from Reno to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The average price of all flights from Reno to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Reno to San Francisco, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Reno to San Francisco, 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 Reno to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost $231 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, where the average cost of tickets is $402 and $367 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Reno to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Reno to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 62 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Reno to San Francisco?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to San Francisco from Reno were found on United Airlines ($69) and JetBlue ($109), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on Alaska Airlines ($186) and United Airlines ($197).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Reno and San Francisco?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Reno to San Francisco.
There is just one airline that flies from Reno to San Francisco direct and that is United Airlines. The best one-way deal found from United Airlines for the route is $171.

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

Each day, there are between 4 and 5 nonstop flights that take off from Reno and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 1h 15m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 31 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Reno and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Reno to San Francisco take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to San Francisco from Reno is typically 1h 11m. The journey crosses a distance of 192 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Reno to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Reno at 6:00 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 7:14 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Reno to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Reno to San Francisco jets off at 6:42 pm and lands at 7:58 pm.

Good to know

Low season

July

High season

November

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Reno to San Francisco

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

  • What are the differences between Business Class and Economy for this route?

    This is fully dependent on the airline you’re traveling with because different airlines have different amenities on offer. For example, United Airlines Business has priority boarding, reclinable seats, a selection of food and drinks, and access to their lounge before boarding while United Airlines has all these amenities plus access to a library of movies and TV for your entertainment.

  • Which is the best airline for an unaccompanied minor?

    United and American Airlines both have a service dedicated to helping unaccompanied minors travel safely and comfortably. With this service, your child will be guided through check-in and security and then helped with the boarding process to make everything smooth. In addition, the crew members will look out for them during the entire trip and make sure they arrive safely and are handed over to an authorized adult.

  • How do I access downtown San Francisco from San Francisco International Airport?

    The quickest and most convenient transfer option from SFO Airport is using a taxi which will be available at all terminals and will also drop you at any location in the city making it ideal for anyone with a lot of luggage. The metro offers a cheaper alternative although they can only be accessed from the International Terminal and aren’t available at night.

  • How can I make my trip more sustainable?

    There are multiple ways to make your trip more sustainable and you can start with booking nonstop flights instead of connecting flights to reduce the overall carbon emissions on your trip. You can also take public transport to and from the airport to help keep your carbon footprint down. Lastly, book with a sustainable airline such as Alaska Airlines. They use split scimitar winglets on their aircraft to help with fuel efficiency and also pioneered Required Navigation Performance which helps with direct flying hence reducing carbon emissions per flight.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Reno to San Francisco was $69 for a one-way ticket and $186 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    Reno airport is called Reno and the only airport in San Francisco is San Francisco.

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

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

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

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Reno to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Reno to San Francisco.

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

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

    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 San Francisco with an airline and back to Reno with another airline. Booking your flights between Reno and SFO 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 Reno to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco from Reno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Reno to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $206 or less one-way and $476 or less round-trip.
  • United Airlines is the only airline with direct connections between Reno (RNO) and San Francisco (SFO). If you’re looking to avoid a layover during your flight, this is the best option to book with.
  • Taking a taxi or driving via the I-580S is the best and quickest way to get from downtown Reno to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO). Public transport, while available, takes a long time and will require you to walk to Reno Greyhound Station.
  • Alaska Airlines has two options for Economy Class: Saver and Main. Saver offers a carry-on baggage allowance and the option to purchase extra legroom while Main has the same options plus pre-reserved seat assignment and a changeable ticket.
  • When flying with the kids, United Airlines is a good option. They have Wi-Fi and other options for inflight entertainment which should help keep the kids busy and distracted during the flight.
  • United Airlines has three options for Economy Class: Basic Economy, Economy, and Economy Plus. Basic Economy doesn’t allow any hand luggage and you have to pay for advance seat selection. Economy on the other hand allows advance seat selection and hand luggage for free while Economy offers all those plus extra legroom, a changeable ticket, and the option to upgrade for a lower cost.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Reno to San Francisco?

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

Nonstop departures

Reno to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

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Nonstop returns

San Francisco to Reno

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

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Top airline flying from Reno to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Reno to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Reno to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10777 reviews
6.7Food
7.1Entertainment
7.2Comfort
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
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Dinner was okay but the breakfast was not eatable on the flight San Francisco to Zurich.

8.0 ExcellentJohannes, May 2024PDX - SFO
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Dinner was okay but the breakfast was not eatable on the flight San Francisco to Zurich.

I’ve had a couple flights this week on United that were delayed by an hour or more

Should have video screens Plane audio was poor and without wired connection hard to understand crew. Should serve more than just cups of water and pretzels on six hour flight. Did not see crew rest of flight. Fix charging sockets to retain charging blocks.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

So so. Terrible aircraft choice for that leg of the flight.

delay several times and wait extra long to board. no entertainment service because there are problem for some rows. always encounter some delays for the last flight of the day.

This was a Lufthansa flight. Disappointing main meal. Very rough over Canada and arrival at FRA. IFE was almost unusable.

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

United airline kept delaying our flight back to Phoenix for 8 hours before they cancelled it! If they know that we are not flying out for whatever the reason is, why did they keep lying to us for hours. We could find another flight earlier or even find a hotel with a shuttle. But cancellation at about midnight was not fun. We stayed in the airport all night till the following morning when we bought an Alaska tickets to go back to Phoenix. Total of 14 hours in the airport.

Poor seating comfort, seat cushion too thin, very uncomfortable. My luggage didi not make the flight due to equipment change. At least. United had it delivered the next day. I was without my toilet items for one day.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Reno to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
7/24Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 12mRNO-SFO
$69
6/19Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 16mRNO-SFO
$99
6/28Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 12mRNO-SFO
$105
6/4Tue
1 stopJetBlue
3h 37mRNO-SFO
$109
7/24Wed
2 stops
15h 39mRNO-SFO
$154
6/24Mon
1 stopSun Country Air
14h 01mRNO-SFO
$163
6/28Fri
1 stopSun Country Air
12h 49mRNO-SFO
$171
6/24Mon
2 stops
21h 43mRNO-SFO
$172
8/25Sun
1 stopAmerican Airlines
26h 52mRNO-SFO
$184
8/26Mon
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
10h 01mRNO-SFO
$437

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Last minute flights from Reno to San Francisco

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Reno to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/3Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 21mRNO-SFO
6/4Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
25h 40mSFO-RNO
$345
6/3Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 21mRNO-SFO
6/14Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 08mSFO-RNO
$347
6/4Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 21mRNO-SFO
6/6Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 12mSFO-RNO
$354
6/4Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 05mRNO-SFO
6/5Wed
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 12mSFO-RNO
$362
6/4Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 51mRNO-SFO
6/5Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 00mSFO-RNO
$372
6/4Tue
multi-stop
20h 57mRNO-SFO
6/5Wed
multi-stop
24h 27mSFO-RNO
$495
6/4Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
25h 52mRNO-SFO
6/5Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 46mSFO-RNO
$677
6/4Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
18h 14mRNO-SFO
6/5Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 46mSFO-RNO
$682
5/31Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 06mRNO-SFO
6/1Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 20mSFO-RNO
$873
5/31Fri
multi-stop
22h 44mRNO-SFO
6/1Sat
multi-stop
23h 33mSFO-RNO
$976

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Reno - San Francisco Flights

Departure:

Reno (RNO)United States

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Return flight deals:

San Francisco - Reno

Cabin classes:

$485
$1,619
$769
$208

Compare transportation modes for Reno to San Francisco

Average priceAverage duration
Flights$1,5351h 11m
Trains$1400h 00m