Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Reno's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Francisco.
Each week, there are 39 San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flights. To take off early, opt for the 08:25 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:47 with United Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SFO to RNO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Reno — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers SFO to RNO flights, with 77.94% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and RNO:
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Burbank Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
Currently, R 940 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,877. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to RNO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SFO to RNO.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RNO instead:
Grab a Reno / Tahoe Airport rental car and discover Reno and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Reno / Tahoe Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Reno. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Reno, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to RNO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Reno. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
San Francisco is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Reno. No trip is complete without seeing Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
