$69 Cheap Flights from Reno (RNO) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Reno to San Francisco (RNO-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Tue, May 20 - Wed, May 21
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$137 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $137 found 1 hour ago
United
Thu, Jun 5 - Sat, Jun 7
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$144 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $144 found 22 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 15 - Mon, May 19
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$149 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 15 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $149 found 1 day ago
United
Sun, May 25 - Tue, May 27
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$153 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $153 found 2 days ago
United
Mon, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 4
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$155 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $155 found 2 days ago
United
Tue, Jun 3 - Fri, Jun 6
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$155 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Fri, Jun 6, priced at $155 found 13 hours ago
United
Sat, May 24 - Sun, May 25
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$160 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $160 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$169 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $169 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Sat, May 31 - Mon, Aug 18
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$177 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 31 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $177 found 23 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19
RNO
Reno
SFO
San Francisco
$230 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Reno to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $230 found 3 days ago
Flights from Reno (RNO) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Reno-Tahoe Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$137
Distance
192 mi

Reno to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Reno to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Reno to San Francisco are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Reno to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Reno to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Reno to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Reno to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Reno to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Reno to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Reno to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
You can pick up cheap return tickets starting at $137 from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving RNO on May 10 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from RNO to SFO?
The cheapest flights from RNO to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you’re departing from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), you can jump on a direct flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from RNO to SFO?
With prices as low as $69 for a one-way flight from RNO to SFO, United is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from RNO on June 9 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When flying out of Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), you can choose from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 10 AM departures from RNO to SFO are the top choice for many travelers. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save on your trip, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from RNO to SFO?
Depart on a Friday if you’re searching for the best choice of flights from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)’s earliest flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) departs at approximately 6:00AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 1h 26m, you’ll arrive at around 7:26AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 190 mi from RNO to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from RNO to SFO?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you’d like to go straight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 83%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)?
Hop on a direct flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco and land at any one of these airports:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from RNO to SFO often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they’re not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a RNO to SFO flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by securing a RNO to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage it all in one place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Reno-Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your RNO to SFO flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and rules on flight changes, or if you’d like further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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