Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Reno and San Francisco are in the same timezone, UTC-7.
Each week, there are 157 Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, take the 06:00 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:25 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RNO to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
United Airlines is your gateway to exploring San Francisco (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.
With 76.71% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating RNO to SFO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RNO and SFO:
Los Angeles International Airport
Bob Hope Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, 69 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 116 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from RNO to SFO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.01% of flights that depart RNO arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Reno/Tahoe International Airport from central Reno, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near RNO. Whether you have an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're getting in on a late Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to San Francisco. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RNO to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Fresno is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
