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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $162. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Reno / Tahoe on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Reno / Tahoe on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Mon, 21 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Reno / Tahoe on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$162 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Reno.$164 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $164, select.

Reno.$185 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Reno / Tahoe on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $185, select.

Reno.$189 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $189, select.

Reno.$204 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.

Reno.$334 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $334, select.

Reno.$334 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $334, select.

Reno.$413 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 May, returning Sat, 5 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 2 May, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $413, select.

Reno.$427 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May, returning Thu, 27 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Reno / Tahoe.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $427, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Cheapest flight found	$162
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 33 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	277

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe is $162. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe?

1 hour and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe?

United, SkyWest Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe?

As of September 2026, there are 277 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe Airport on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 33 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Reno / Tahoe?

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 Reno / Tahoe 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Reno?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Reno is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Reno / Tahoe with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Reno / Tahoe is Delta .

Flying from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO): What you need to know

Your journey comes together at Los Angeles's main airport, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Explore your options for catching a flight from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) departing from this terminal.
1 hour 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport flight.
Reno (where Reno-Tahoe International Airport is located) and Los Angeles share the UTC-8 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO), with 55 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from LAX to RNO is the 8:05am Delta Air Lines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 11pm with United Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to RNO, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during peak months like December, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Get to your destination in one go from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) are available from here.
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport leaving from LAX. Book your seat with one of these:
Delta is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from LAX to RNO.
Southwest Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
LAX is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

You can arrive at VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 29 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to RNO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:

About Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO)

If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RNO:
Pick up a Reno-Tahoe International Airport rental car and discover Reno and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport flight.
You'll find RNO at 2001 East Plumb Lane.

Getting from Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno

Central Reno is around 8 kilometres from Reno-Tahoe International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO)

$81 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Return flights start from $162. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to RNO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Los Angeles to RNO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO)

September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO), while March is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Reno based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Los Angeles to RNO plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Reno to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
December has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Reno

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Reno right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Reno-Tahoe International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Bicentennial Sculpture Park, Truckee River Whitewater Park and Ultimate Rush Speed & Thrill Park are essential stops on your Reno itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Reno has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres southwest of Reno, a trip to San Francisco will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
Around 177 kilometres southwest of Reno, Sacramento is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Old Sacramento Waterfront, California State Railroad Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park.