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      Flight deals from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Reno / Tahoe Airport to San Jose? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$161. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      San Jose.C$81 per passenger.Departing Thu., Feb. 11.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu., Feb. 11, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$81, select.
      San Jose.C$81 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 22.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Thu., Oct. 22, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$81, select.
      San Jose.C$186 per passenger.Departing Mon., Sep. 28.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Mon., Sep. 28, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$186, select.
      San Jose.C$205 per passenger.Departing Sun., Sep. 27.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sun., Sep. 27, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$205, select.
      San Jose.C$213 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 25.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Wed., Nov. 25, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$213, select.
      San Jose.C$213 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 24.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Tue., Nov. 24, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$213, select.
      San Jose.C$255 per passenger.Departing Sat., Apr. 3.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sat., Apr. 3, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$255, select.
      San Jose.C$256 per passenger.Departing Sun., Dec. 13.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sun., Dec. 13, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$256, select.
      San Jose.C$257 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 17.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Mon., May 17, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$257, select.
      San Jose.C$340 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jan. 3.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sun., Jan. 3, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$340, select.
      San Jose.C$340 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jan. 3.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Reno / Tahoe on Sun., Jan. 3, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$340, select.

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

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Reno / Tahoe to San Jose flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep.
      from C$186
      Oct.
      from C$81
      Nov.
      from C$213
      Dec.
      from C$256
      Jan.
      from C$340
      Feb.
      from C$81
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      from C$255
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      Which airlines fly from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose?

      Southwest Airlines

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      Reno to San Jose: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundC$81
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
      Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
      Average flights per week6

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

      There are 7 airports in San Jose: San Jose International, San Jose Reid-Hillview, Oakland Metropolitan Oak, San Francisco International, Concord, Carmel Monterey Peninsula, and Sacramento Stockton.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose is C$161. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose.
      Southwest Airlines flies direct from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose.
      As of September 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose.
      The cheapest month to fly from Reno / Tahoe to San Jose is usually October.
      If you're flying from Reno / Tahoe Airport, the cheapest airport near San Jose is San Jose International – which is 4.7 km away from the centre of San Jose. We've found flights into this airport from C$161.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Reno / Tahoe Airport to San Jose on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 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 Jose 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 Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. September is typically the warmest month in San Jose, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is December.
      Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose.

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

      • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 2 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose.

      • Reno (the location of Reno/Tahoe International Airport) and San Jose share the same timezone — UTC-7.

      • With 5 weekly flights between the two airports, Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from RNO to SJC is with Southwest Airlines at 20:00.

      • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from RNO to San Jose. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.

      • You can catch a direct flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose that lands at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).

      • Book your ticket with Southwest Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose.

      • You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your flight tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose.

      • Travelling from central Reno to RNO takes around 31 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 12 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

      • Planning to catch an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to RNO:

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

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose is C$81. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$161. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Score cheap tickets from RNO to San Jose by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

      • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

      • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from RNO to San Jose. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose.

      Airports in San Jose

      Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

      Best time to go to San Jose

      • August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit San Jose, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

      • Lock in your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 32ºC.

      • For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from RNO to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.

      More about San Jose

      • Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose, check out our range of hotels including:

      • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are top attractions which should feature on every San Jose itinerary.

      Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental

      • Choose one of our car rentals in San Jose and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to San Jose.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Reno to San Jose

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