Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Reno is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Denver.
Each week, there are 39 Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, opt for the 07:45 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you catch your DEN to RNO flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, so jetting off to Reno (and then seeing more parts of the United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
United tops the list for bookings on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that operates DEN to RNO flights. A reliable 86.78% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DEN and RNO include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight is 71 €. A return plane ticket is currently 159 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEN to RNO.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DEN to RNO.
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Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN's address is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from DEN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Denver International Airport from central Denver, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your flight from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport off to an easy start. Only a quick drive from DEN, book a night at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
If you're coming in on a late Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near RNO:
Hit the road running by picking up a Reno / Tahoe Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Reno and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Reno / Tahoe Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to central Reno
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno / Tahoe Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Reno. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Reno based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Denver International Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport for July if you'd like to go to Reno during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEN to RNO in December. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Reno is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, San Francisco is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.