What percentage of San Jose to Reno flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 20% of flights from San Jose to Reno were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

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, covering a distance of 303 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are considerably longer, with a median duration of 7 hours and 33 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

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 typically one where favorable deals appear regularly. Travelers can often find competitive fares when planning their trips.

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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-05
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 stopover.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Jose to Reno, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $247–$948, with a median of $299. Currently, about 36% of recent fares are classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reno is often in October, with a median fare of $150. Other affordable months include January, with a median fare of $216, and November, where the median fare is $223.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 0.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between San Jose and Reno is 303 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This distance typically means a quick journey, though connecting itineraries extend the overall travel time.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reno

Regular price: $126 - $356

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

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Reno is typically between $126 and $356. The current lowest deal is $116 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Oct 1-Oct 5.

now $116

Low $126

High $356

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

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Southwest Airlines

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Last-minute flights going from San Jose to Reno

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Frontier Airlines

$342

$354

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$340

$388

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$349

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$349

One-way

Mon, Sep 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Frontier Airlines

$239

$349

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SJC - Reno

San Jose (SJC) - Reno (RNO)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$237

$389

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 27

$342 → $354

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$340 → $388

14%

3 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 29

$334 → $409

23%

3 nights

Sep 27 - Sep 30

$327 → $409

25%

Popular Airports to fly from San Jose to Reno

San Jose - Reno route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Jose to Reno are below the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 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 when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has 93 direct deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has historically offered 93 direct deals from San Jose to Reno.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from San Jose to Reno are frequently available.

San Jose main airports to depart from

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport (SJC) is a convenient departure point for flights to Reno.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Reno main airports to arrive at

Reno–Tahoe International (RNO)

Cheapest

Reno–Tahoe International Airport is ideal for reaching Reno and nearby attractions directly.

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

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Reno used as alternative

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International (SMF) is a useful alternative with more flight options and direct highway access to Reno.

📍 ~185 km from Reno (reachable by car, but consider Donner Pass winter conditions)

💸 Flights from ~$192

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Reno

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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 observed was around $257. Booking within 14-27 days of travel saw average prices increase significantly to $792. For those planning further ahead, booking 60 or more days out showed an average price of $266, which is slightly higher than the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Jose to Reno has historically been considered $247 or less. The median price for this route was $299. Prices can vary, with some fares going as high as $948, so aiming for a fare at or below $247 is a strong indicator of a good deal.

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

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 stopover.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 0.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from San Jose to Reno

Regular price: $126 - $356

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

The regular price range for flights from San Jose to Reno is typically between $126 and $356. The current lowest deal is $116 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Oct 1-Oct 5.

now $116

Low $126

High $356

The cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Reno

October

Cheapest

Flights from $150

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $613

Jan

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Jul

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Sep

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Dec