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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.104 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Wed, 21 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 104 €, select.
San Diego.134 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 134 €, select.
San Diego.157 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 157 €, select.
San Diego.158 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 158 €, select.
San Diego.190 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 190 €, select.
San Diego.192 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 192 €, select.
San Diego.247 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sat, 24 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 247 €, select.
San Diego.278 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Price includes taxes and charges.From 278 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Reno / Tahoe to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in May.
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from 104 €
Jun
from 134 €
Jul
from 157 €
Aug
from 158 €
Sep
from 190 €
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Direct flights from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego

Alternative Reno / Tahoe to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Reno to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found104 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 36 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week90

Finding cheap flights from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego is 104 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego.
Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego.
As of May 2025, there are 60 flights per week flying from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Reno / Tahoe to San Diego is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Reno / Tahoe Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from 104 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Reno / Tahoe Airport to San Diego on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 37 minutes.

  • San Diego and Reno (where Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.

  • With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from RNO to SAN is with Southwest Airlines at 21:20.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from RNO to San Diego. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Nonstop flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Diego are available for booking. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Get on board with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego.

  • For a domestic flight within United States, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Reno, RNO can be reached in about 12 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 31 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near RNO:

How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Diego

  • 63 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego. Return flights start at 104 €. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RNO to San Diego.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from RNO to San Diego every day.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It takes around 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • The centre of San Diego is about 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). As soon as your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 14 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from RNO to San Diego:

Best time to go to San Diego

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego. July is the busiest month to travel to San Diego. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Diego for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from RNO to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

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