What percentage of San Jose to Reno flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 20% of flights from San Jose to Reno have been direct. For routes that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of this historical distribution when planning their journey.

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

The typical direct flight from San Jose to Reno has a median duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes. This route covers a distance of 303 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 7 hours and 33 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when selecting their preferred flight option.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from San Jose to Reno?

Historically, good prices on flights from San Jose to Reno have been frequent. This route is consistently identified as one where favorable deals appear regularly. Travelers looking for value can often find competitive fares when planning their trips between these two cities.

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2026-08-06 – 2026-08-10
SJC - Reno
70% AI deal score
$172
$117
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SJC - Reno
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SJC - Reno
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2026-09-11 – 2026-09-14
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SJC - Reno
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2026-08-20 – 2026-08-23
SJC - Reno
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San Jose to Reno: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Reno

A typical journey from San Jose to Reno takes about 9h 41m, including connections. This reflects the common travel pattern for this route, where most itineraries involve at least one stop. The overall distance between San Jose and Reno is 303 kilometers, which classifies this as a short-haul route.

For those seeking cheap flights from San Jose to Reno, right now, fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $247–$948, with a median of $299. Approximately 36% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating opportunities for savings.

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reno is often in October, when the median fare is around $150. Other economical months include January, with a median fare of $216, and November, where the median fare is $223. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When flying from San Jose to Reno, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 0.2% of recent fares being direct flights from San Jose to Reno. For itineraries that include connections, the median number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should anticipate a journey with at least one stop when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reno

Regular price: $129 - $269

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Reno is $129 to $269. The current lowest deal is $116 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 13-Aug 17.

now $116

Low $129

High $269

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reno

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Reno is October, with a median price of $150. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $613. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $150

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $613

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Direct flights from San Jose to Reno

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Reno

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$513

$605

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$397

$358

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$383

$424

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Southwest Airlines

$176

$247

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$370

$389

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$372

$450

One-way

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

5 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 16

$307 → $191

38%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$326 → $211

35%

4 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 12

$364 → $251

31%

6 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 16

$298 → $191

36%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Reno

San Jose - Reno route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Reno are below the typical level, with 36% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $150

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Reno, with a median price of $150.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 9h 41m

The median flight time from San Jose to Reno is 9 hours and 41 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct deals

Southwest Airlines has offered direct deals on flights from San Jose to Reno.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a good choice for flights to Reno, offering the cheapest fares.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$181

Reno main airports to arrive at

Reno–Tahoe International (RNO)

Cheapest

Reno–Tahoe International Airport is ideal for reaching Reno and nearby attractions from San Jose.

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

💸 Flights from ~$177

Airports nearby Reno used as alternative

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International offers more flight options and direct Interstate 80 access to Reno.

📍 ~185 km from Reno (reachable by car, but Donner Pass can close in winter)

💸 Flights from ~$140

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reno

77% AI deal score

$1,372

$625

Save $747

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Reno

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Jose to Reno is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $257. Booking within 14-27 days of departure sees a significant increase in average prices, rising to approximately $792. It is advisable to plan ahead to secure more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Jose to Reno is considered to be $247 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $299. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $948 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $247 mark.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Reno, with a median price of $150. January and November also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $216 and $223 respectively. The overall annual median price for this route is $299, indicating that certain months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

San Jose to Reno: Overview

Insights for flights from San Jose to Reno

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reno

Regular price: $129 - $269

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Reno is $129 to $269. The current lowest deal is $116 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 13-Aug 17.

now $116

Low $129

High $269

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reno

October

Cheapest

Flights from $150

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $613

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

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Jul

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