Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport takes 1 hour 29 minutes (on average). Reno's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Los Angeles.
Every week, there are 68 flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between LAX and RNO:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is C$59. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$118. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LAX to RNO.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LAX to RNO. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 32 kilometres from the center of Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport is roughly 54 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Consider booking a hotel near RNO if you're on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the center of Reno. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 12 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport typically takes 31 minutes.
When to fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Reno based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Reno is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to RNO in December. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 9ºC then.
More about Reno
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Reno right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from LAX to RNO:
Raymond L Smith Truckee River Walk and Nevada Museum of Art are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Reno to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at New Virginia Street Bridge.
Complete your Reno trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Reno/Tahoe International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Reno.