Flying from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
All good adventures kick off from Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out the options for catching a flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) departing from this terminal.
Take a direct flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 47 minutes.
Reno (where Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located) and Seattle share the UTC-7 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
With 26 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from SEA to RNO is with Alaska Airlines at 22:15.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Seattle to RNO.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is approximately 23 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) operates nonstop flights from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO).
Take a direct flight from Seattle to RNO with Alaska Airlines. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of LKE.
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take you 11 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 23 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Seattle to RNO? Relax in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near RNO:
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
Reno/Tahoe International Airport to the centre of Reno takes around 12 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 31 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is $111. The cheapest price for a return flight is $239. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag flight tickets from Seattle to RNO, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
To get the best price on your tickets from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Reno, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Seattle to RNO for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Reno to range from 13ºC to 35ºC.
Visit in December if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -8ºC and 9ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
More about Reno
Start your Reno trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Raymond L Smith Truckee River Walk, Nevada Museum of Art and New Virginia Street Bridge are popular attractions which should feature on any good Reno itinerary.
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