Lake Tahoe from Omaha, Dec 11–15: round trip from $339
Round-trip flights from Omaha to Lake Tahoe via Reno were $339 per person, or $678 for two, all-in for Dec 11–15, 2026, which is 4 nights. The fare is on Southwest with one stop and takes 5h 40m on the way out, and typical highs run 37–44°F with lows near 23°F. We didn't get hotel prices for these dates, so you'll need to budget the stay separately.
The flight
$408 $339 per person, round trip
the highest fare we saw for these dates
$678 for two, taxes and fees included · Southwest · 1 stop · 5h 40m
Out Fri, Dec 11, 5:00 AM – Fri, Dec 11, 8:40 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest | $339 | 1 stop | 5h 40m |
| United | $339 | 1 stop | 6h 7m |
| Delta. Operated by SkyWest DBA Delta Connection | $339 | 1 stop | 7h 27m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 8:32 AM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $678 |
| Trip total for two | $678 |
Regular: $816 You pay: $678 Saved: $138
the highest fare we saw for these dates.
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Why go now
It's $339 per person round trip, or $678 for two, all-in when we checked on Oct 12, 2026. That's $69 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, a 17% gap. The 12 fares we checked ran from $339 to $408. United and Delta also showed $339 on later departures, so you have a little room on timing. December is ski season at Lake Tahoe. Typical highs are 37–44°F with lows near 23°F, and the typical pattern for these dates includes a snow day on Dec 12. It's a long weekend built around skiing Heavenly or Palisades Tahoe, riding the gondola for lake views and taking slow, cold mornings by the water. Fares change, so treat this as what we found, not a promise.
The kind of trip this is
This is a winter lake-and-mountain trip with ski days, snowy views and warm dinners afterward. It suits couples or a pair of friends who ski or want to learn. It also works for anyone who's happy with cold air and a slower pace off the slopes. Four nights leaves room for two or three mountain days and one easy day around the lake.
Weather in Lake Tahoe, Dec 11–15
Typical highs 37–44°F, lows near 23°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 11 | 44 °F | 24 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Dec 12 | 37 °F | 25 °F | Snow |
| Sun, Dec 13 | 37 °F | 25 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Dec 14 | 41 °F | 21 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Dec 15 | 38 °F | 19 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Lake Tahoe
We didn't have hotel prices for these dates, so there's no hotel pick on this page yet, and your stay isn't part of the $339 fare. On a ski trip, where you stay matters a lot. South Lake Tahoe / Stateline has the most hotels, the casinos and the Heavenly gondola, so it's the easy pick for a first winter visit. Olympic Valley / Palisades Tahoe is a ski village base an hour from Reno and makes sense if Palisades is your plan. Truckee is a historic rail town with lower rates and easy access to Northstar. Tahoe City / West Shore is quieter and has lakefront lodges. Incline Village is the upscale Nevada side, with Sand Harbor nearby. If you're driving between areas, check the chain rules before a storm.
All hotels in Lake Tahoe for these dates
Where in Lake Tahoe
- South Lake Tahoe / Stateline: Casinos, the Heavenly gondola and the most hotels.
- Tahoe City / West Shore: Quieter lakefront lodges and sandy coves.
- Incline Village: Upscale Nevada side with the Hyatt and Sand Harbor nearby.
- Olympic Valley / Palisades Tahoe: Ski village base an hour from Reno.
- Truckee: Historic rail town with lower rates and easy access to Northstar.
What to do in Lake Tahoe
- Ski Heavenly or Palisades Tahoe, the two big names on either end of the lake
- Ride the Heavenly gondola for wide lake views without strapping on skis
- Cruise to Emerald Bay on a paddlewheeler, checking winter schedules first
- See the turquoise water at Sand Harbor, near Incline Village on the Nevada side
- Spend an evening in Truckee, the historic rail town close to Northstar
Also worth it
- Kayak the turquoise water at Sand Harbor
- Hike to Eagle Lake above Emerald Bay
- Swim and picnic at Kings Beach
Tours and tickets in Lake Tahoe
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Omaha | Eppley Airfield (OMA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Lake Tahoe | Reno-Tahoe International (RNO) |
| Flight time | 5h 40m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,277 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
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What 4 nights in Lake Tahoe costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $678 |
| Hotel, 4 nights | $0 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 4 days for two | $1,040 |
| Total for two | $1,718 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Omaha to Lake Tahoe
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $339 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $339 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Ski season; chains may be required on I-80 and US-50 in storms
- No passport is needed: it's a domestic trip, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- Lake Tahoe is 2 hours behind Omaha. The 5:00 AM Southwest flight lands at 8:40 AM local time after 5h 40m with one stop.
- Ski season runs December through April, and chains may be required on I-80 and US-50 during storms.
- The $339 fare includes taxes and fees as found on Oct 12, 2026. Our check didn't include return flight times.
- Our budget for two is $678 for flights plus $1,040 for spending at $130 per person a day, which comes to $1,718 before a hotel.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
It's $339 per person round trip, or $678 for two, all-in as found on Oct 12, 2026. Southwest, United and Delta all showed $339, and each has one stop. That's $69 below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Is it nonstop, and when does it leave?
No, every fare has one stop. Southwest leaves Eppley Airfield (OMA) at 5:00 AM and reaches Reno-Tahoe International (RNO) at 8:40 AM, a 5h 40m trip. United leaves at 1:40 PM and arrives at 5:47 PM. Delta leaves at 6:10 PM and arrives at 11:37 PM.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Omaha to Reno-Tahoe International, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs for these dates are 37–44°F, with lows near 23°F. The normal pattern is mostly overcast with a snow day on Dec 12. These are typical values for the time of year, not a forecast, so pack for real cold.
Is 4 nights enough?
For a ski getaway, yes. If you take the 5:00 AM flight, you land at 8:40 AM on Dec 11 and gain most of day one. That leaves room for a couple of ski days, the Heavenly gondola and one slower day before you fly home Dec 15.
What will the whole trip cost for two?
Our budget is $1,718 for two: $678 for flights and $1,040 for spending, at $130 per person a day over 4 days. That doesn't include a hotel, since we didn't have hotel prices for these dates.
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