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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Reno to San Francisco

November 2 - November 10

Cheapest

RNO - San Francisco

$261

$194

Round trip

October 6 - October 14

RNO - San Francisco

$277

$202

Round trip

September 22 - September 29

RNO - San Francisco

$278

$220

Round trip

September 22 - October 6

RNO - San Francisco

$252

$221

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September 8 - September 29

RNO - San Francisco

$230

$226

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September 15 - September 29

RNO - San Francisco

$242

$227

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July 15 - July 22

Best

RNO - San Francisco

$379

$234

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August 7 - August 10

RNO - San Francisco

$244

$238

Round trip

September 3 - September 6

RNO - San Francisco

$145

$238

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July 11 - July 18

Earliest

RNO - San Francisco

$240

$239

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Reno to San Francisco

Right now, only 1% of recent fares for cheap flights from Reno to San Francisco are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $313–$484, with a median price of $373. Current fares are near the typical level for this route.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Reno to San Francisco, you'll find that December, April, and January stand out as the most affordable months. During these months, the median fare is consistently $234, offering a significant saving compared to the overall median.
A typical journey from Reno to San Francisco takes about 14h 48m, including connections. This is because most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 15.8% of recent fares are for direct flights from Reno to San Francisco.
This route covers a distance of 309 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. Despite the short distance, new deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities to find flights.

How much is a round trip from Reno to San Francisco

Regular price: $214 - $402

Prices for flights from Reno to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $214 to $402. The current lowest deal is $194 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 2-Nov 10.

now $194

Low $214

High $402

The cheapest time to fly from Reno to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from RNO to SFO is January, with a median price of $234. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $545. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $234

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $545

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Direct flights from Reno to San Francisco

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Last-minute flights going from Reno to San Francisco

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$278

$286

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$366

$289

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Thu, Jun 18

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RNO - San Francisco

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$364

$290

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Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

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United Airlines

Reno (RNO) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$203

$298

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Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

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United Airlines

Reno (RNO) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$177

$284

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

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Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$326

$291

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Reno to San Francisco

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

$408  →  $252

38%

2 nights

Jul 3 - Jul 5

$428  →  $277

35%

1 night

Jul 6 - Jul 7

$407  →  $261

36%

7 nights

Jul 15 - Jul 22

$379  →  $234

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Reno to San Francisco

Reno - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Reno to San Francisco are near the typical level, with a current deal at $194.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December, April, or January for the best prices.

Historically, December, April, and January offer the lowest median prices at $234 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a median flight time of 14h 48m.

The typical flight duration from Reno to San Francisco is 14 hours and 48 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 15.8% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options from Reno to San Francisco.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Reno to San Francisco appear frequently, averaging 1.03 per day.

Reno main airports to depart from

Reno–Tahoe International (RNO)

Cheapest

Reno–Tahoe International is a great choice for flights from Reno to San Francisco.

📍 ~4 km from Reno city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a good option for travelers flying from Reno to San Francisco.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative arrival airport, directly accessible via BART public transit from San Francisco.

📍 ~18 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$251

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International is a major international airport serving the South Bay tech corridor with a wide variety of carriers.

📍 ~60 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a large-scale airport with a robust domestic route network for travelers in the northern metro areas.

📍 ~120 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is highly convenient for travelers located in the North Bay and Wine Country.

📍 ~90 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$301

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is an alternative for travelers in the southern coastal region with a less crowded terminal.

📍 ~140 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$207

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Reno to San Francisco are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $246. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $325, while booking 7-13 days out averages $303. Prices for bookings made 14-27 days in advance tend to be higher, averaging $523, and those made 60+ days out average $447.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Reno to San Francisco is considered to be $313 or less. The median price for this route was $373 during the same period. For travelers seeking more premium options, prices can go up to $484 or more. These figures are based on historical pricing trends over a 90-day window.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Reno to San Francisco are December, April, and January, all with a median price of $234. The annual median price for this route is $373. While December appears as both a cheapest and potentially most expensive month, this indicates price variability within that month. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider these months based on past trends.