Travelling from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), the main airport in Las Vegas. Look for flights from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) that depart from this terminal.
The average duration of a direct flight from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is 1 hour 28 minutes.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located in Reno. The city's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Las Vegas.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the most popular route. There are 56 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 22:45. Opt for the first LAS to RNO departure operated by Spirit Airlines at 05:05 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Las Vegas to RNO, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're going away during a popular month like October, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Fly without interruptions from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS). Direct flights from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport leaving from LAS.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas, LAS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport:
About Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Reserve a hotel near RNO if you're catching a late flight from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Reno. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
$70 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Return flights start from $140. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Las Vegas to RNO.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Reno in May when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Reno. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Las Vegas to RNO during then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 35ºC.
Travel in December if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -8ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
More about Reno
Start your Reno trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Raymond L Smith Truckee River Walk and Nevada Museum of Art are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Reno travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to New Virginia Street Bridge.
Complete your Reno trip with a car rental
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