$825+ Cheap flights to South Lake Tahoe

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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24 Jun — 1 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to South Lake Tahoe in 2026

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Cheapest flights to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 May 2026.

Wed 10/609:30
SYD
-
RNO
1 stop18h 26m
Air New Zealand
Wed 17/614:05
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop23h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 22/5$1,455
Tue 8/1214:00
SYD
-
RNO
1 stop18h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/1213:42
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop21h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/5$1,683
Tue 8/1210:40
SYD
-
RNO
2 stops25h 01m
Delta
Tue 29/1217:45
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop19h 45m
Delta
Deal found 25/5$1,889
Fri 7/809:10
SYD
-
RNO
2 stops41h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 11/805:54
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop32h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/5$2,031
Fri 22/517:50
SYD
-
RNO
2 stops41h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 26/514:17
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop23h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/5$2,218
Thu 9/710:20
SYD
-
RNO
1 stop24h 39m
Lufthansa
Thu 16/710:12
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop27h 48m
Lufthansa
Deal found 25/5$2,534
Fri 22/510:20
SYD
-
RNO
2 stops27h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 26/513:41
RNO
-
SYD
2 stops24h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/5$2,817
Fri 7/810:20
SYD
-
RNO
1 stop20h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 11/816:10
RNO
-
SYD
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/5$2,820

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Find the latest flights to South Lake Tahoe in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 25 May 2026.

Return from

$1,455

One-way from

$825

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$1,606
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 10/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 16m total
  • Sydney to Reno
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 34m total
  • Sydney to South Lake Tahoe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

10:20-09:27

1 stop16h 07m

Reno

Wed 17/6

13:41-07:00

2 stops24h 19m

$1,460

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/7

10:20-17:59

1 stop24h 39m

Reno

Thu 16/7

10:12-07:00

1 stop27h 48m

$2,534

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/8

09:10-23:18

2 stops31h 08m

Reno

Tue 11/8

05:54-07:05

2 stops32h 11m

$2,707

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/8

10:20-13:28

1 stop20h 08m

Reno

Tue 11/8

16:10-06:55

1 stop21h 45m

$2,820

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/7

14:50-22:40

2 stops48h 50m

Reno

Thu 16/7

06:03-06:10

2 stops55h 07m

$3,541

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

18:15-18:54

3 stops41h 39m

Reno

Wed 17/6

06:03-11:45

2 stops36h 42m

$3,868

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/8

18:00-17:46

3 stops40h 46m

Reno

Tue 11/8

18:25-19:15

2 stops31h 50m

$4,646
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SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

09:15-14:24

1 stop22h 09m

$825

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/6

09:15-23:32

1 stop31h 17m

$825

SydneyReno

SYD - RNO

SYDRNO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/6

09:15-23:49

2 stops31h 34m

$825

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South Lake Tahoe

How long is the flight to South Lake Tahoe?

On average, a flight from Sydney to South Lake Tahoe takes 18 hours 26 minutes. Flights to South Lake Tahoe from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in South Lake Tahoe by month

Plan your trip to South Lake Tahoe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Lake Tahoe ranges from 5.0 - 25.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 25.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit South Lake Tahoe when rainfall is around 5.0 mm.

Temperature in South Lake Tahoe by month

Plan your trip to South Lake Tahoe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Lake Tahoe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

FAQs about flying to South Lake Tahoe

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Lake Tahoe if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Lake Tahoe on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Lake Tahoe?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Lake Tahoe.

  • How much is a return flight to South Lake Tahoe?

    A return flight to South Lake Tahoe will typically cost around $476, however they can be found for as little as $428.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Lake Tahoe depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Lake Tahoe, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 26 minutes).

  • Does Sacramento Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Sacramento Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Sacramento Intl?

    Yes. Sacramento Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Host Airport Hotel is the closest property to Sacramento Intl (0.0 km away from Sacramento Intl).

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