How many flights from Reno to San Diego are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 28.5% of flights from Reno to San Diego were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Reno to San Diego?

The typical direct flight from Reno to San Diego has a median duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes. This route covers a distance of 787 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median flight time is considerably longer, averaging 4 hours and 53 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Reno to San Diego flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Reno to San Diego have been observed with frequent regularity. This indicates that price fluctuations are common on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to capture favorable fares as they become available, given the consistent activity in pricing for this destination pair.

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Reno to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Reno to San Diego

Right now, only 4% of recent fares from Reno to San Diego are classified as a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Reno to San Diego, prices typically range from $197–$580, with a median of $280. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less favorable time for booking.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Reno to San Diego? The data shows that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $132. Following closely are August and September, both offering a median fare of $197. Planning your trip during these months could result in more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from Reno to San Diego takes about 5h 2m, including connections. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 787 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 28.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from Reno to San Diego.

New deals for flights on this route appear almost daily, suggesting that travelers have frequent opportunities to find competitive prices. Setting up a price alert can help you stay informed about fare changes and secure a better deal as they emerge.

How much is a round trip from Reno to San Diego

Regular price: $114 - $286

Prices for flights from Reno to San Diego are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Reno to San Diego is between $114 and $286. The current lowest deal is $136 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 25-Aug 26.

now $136

Low $114

High $286

The cheapest time to fly from Reno to San Diego

The cheapest month to fly from Reno to San Diego is January, with a median price of $132. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $468. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $132

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $468

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Direct flights from Reno to San Diego

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Reno to San Diego

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Diego

Reno (RNO) - San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$563

$462

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Diego

Reno (RNO) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$428

$284

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Diego

Reno (RNO) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$431

$290

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Diego

Reno (RNO) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$369

$295

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Diego

Reno (RNO) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$438

$336

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - San Diego

Reno (RNO) - San Diego (SAN)

Frontier Airlines

$408

$319

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 26

$361 → $166

54%

3 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 27

$367 → $177

52%

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

$428 → $284

34%

7 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 15

$346 → $203

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Reno to San Diego

Reno - San Diego route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Reno to San Diego are above the typical level at $136.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January, August, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 5h 2m

Flights from Reno to San Diego typically take 5 hours 2 minutes with one stop.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are most common

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 71.5% of recent route options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Reno to San Diego are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Reno main airports to depart from

Reno–Tahoe International (RNO)

Cheapest

Reno–Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is a convenient option for flights from Reno to San Diego.

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

💸 Flights from ~$171

San Diego main airports to arrive at

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport is the primary arrival choice for flights from Reno to San Diego.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$171

Airports nearby San Diego used as alternative

Tijuana International (TIJ)

Tijuana International (TIJ) is an extremely close alternative, especially for Mexico-bound travelers using the Cross Border Xpress (CBX).

📍 ~25 km from San Diego (reachable by car, requires valid passport and CBX fee)

💸 Flights from ~$488

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Diego

79% AI deal score

$725

$381

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Diego

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Reno to San Diego is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $229. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $294, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $243. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 14-27 days out, averaging $506, and for those made 60+ days in advance, averaging $366.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Reno to San Diego is considered to be $197 or less. The median price observed for this route was $280. Fares around $580 or more tend to be on the higher end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, January, August, and September have been the cheapest months to fly from Reno to San Diego. The median price in January was $132, while August and September both had a median price of $197. The annual median price for this route was $280, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

Reno to San Diego: Overview

Insights for flights from Reno to San Diego

How much is a round trip from Reno to San Diego

Regular price: $114 - $286

Prices for flights from Reno to San Diego are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Reno to San Diego is between $114 and $286. The current lowest deal is $136 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 25-Aug 26.

now $136

Low $114

High $286

The cheapest time to fly from Reno to San Diego

January

Cheapest

Flights from $132

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $468

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