Journey information
Overview: San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA flight
Flights from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) but you can travel from only $73 (€59) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:24, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 154 miles (248 km) distance in 1h 1m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 154 miles (248 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€86) |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 1m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 00:24 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA
Cheapest price
$456
Average price
$808
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Flights per day
37
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA will cost around $808 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $456.
Of the 37 flights that leave San Francisco, CA for South Lake Tahoe, CA onMon, Jan 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct flights cover the 248 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the longest flights will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus and flight for San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 154 miles (248 km)
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4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA flight times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA flights for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA1260 · UA416 | 3:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h20 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5628 · UA2187 · UA719 | 4:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 12h50 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1583 · UA1631 · UA416 | 4:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 9h25 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5394 | 4:28 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1h19 | 5:47 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2348 · UA1604 | 4:35 PM San Francisco International Airport | 9h08 | 1:43 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2348 · UA719 | 4:35 PM San Francisco International Airport | 12h15 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2027 · UA5753 · UA416 | 4:55 PM San Francisco International Airport | 8h50 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2340 · UA5659 · UA416 | 5:05 PM San Francisco International Airport | 8h40 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2411 · AA3293 | 5:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 13h47 | 6:57 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1896 · UA5411 | 5:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 12h28 | 5:38 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1896 · UA416 | 5:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 8h35 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2411 · AA1426 | 5:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h26 | 11:36 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5220 · UA2128 · UA416 | 5:23 PM San Francisco International Airport | 8h22 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA643 · UA1961 · UA719 | 6:40 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h10 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1768 · UA2187 · UA719 | 6:46 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h04 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1164 · UA416 | 6:52 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h53 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1164 · UA5411 | 6:52 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h46 | 5:38 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA611 · UA1631 · UA416 | 7:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h45 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA520 · UA5619 · UA5411 | 7:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h38 | 5:38 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA401 | 7:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1h09 | 8:10 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6404+ AA3293 | 7:04 PM San Francisco International Airport | 11h53 | 6:57 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6404+ AA1426 | 7:04 PM San Francisco International Airport | 4h32 | 11:36 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2076 · UA1604 | 7:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h33 | 1:43 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2076 · UA719 | 7:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 9h40 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2671 · UA719 | 8:55 PM San Francisco International Airport | 7h55 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5707 | 9:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1h13 | 10:28 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1498 · UA416 | 9:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 4h20 | 1:45 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1498 · UA5411 | 9:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 8h13 | 5:38 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1596 · UA719 | 10:42 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h08 | 4:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1930 · AA3293 | 11:50 PM San Francisco International Airport | 7h07 | 6:57 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1754 · UA5411 | 12:19 AM San Francisco International Airport | 5h19 | 5:38 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5461 | 12:30 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1h13 | 1:43 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1872 · UA5411 | 1:40 AM San Francisco International Airport | 3h58 | 5:38 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3062 · AA3293 | 2:00 AM San Francisco International Airport | 4h57 | 6:57 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3062 · AA882 | 2:00 AM San Francisco International Airport | 15h13 | 5:13 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1944 | 2:50 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1h08 | 3:58 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1757 | 6:46 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1h13 | 7:59 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2420 · UA2167 | 1:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 7h55 | 8:55 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2114 · AA2670 | 2:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h12 | 8:12 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2114 · AA1426 | 2:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 9h39 | 11:39 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2114 · AA2717 | 2:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 12h50 | 2:50 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA5410 | 2:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 3h58 | 5:58 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5690 · UA5427 | 2:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 11h19 | 1:19 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1233 · UA1604 | 2:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 11h18 | 1:43 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1233 · UA2167 | 2:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 6h30 | 8:55 PM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1712 · UA5384 · UA5427 | 3:00 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h19 | 1:19 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5937 · UA421 · UA1604 | 3:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 10h23 | 1:43 AM Reno-Tahoe International Airport | 2 transfers | |
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FAQs: San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at South Lake Tahoe, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Lake Tahoe SummerFest, a vibrant outdoor music festival featuring renowned artists and breathtaking lake views
- SnowGlobe Music Festival, a unique winter festival combining live music with snow sports in a picturesque alpine setting
- Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, an enchanting summer event showcasing classic plays under the stars by the beautiful lake.
- Independence Day, vibrant fireworks displays and festive celebrations
- Labor Day, perfect weather for outdoor activities and fewer crowds
- Thanksgiving, beautiful fall foliage and a cozy atmosphere.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from San Francisco, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in all terminals, including DFS Duty-Free and Burberry.
- Parking available in the Domestic and International Garages, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per 15 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the United Club and Delta Sky Club.
- Located in the main hall of the Domestic Terminal.
- Buses: SamTrans 292, 397, 398, KX
- Metro: BART Yellow Line
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