Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Reno's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Portland.
Each week, there are 18 Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, pick the 08:05 Alaska Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:59 with Alaska Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PDX to RNO flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Reno (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PDX to RNO flights. An exceptional 82.88% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PDX and RNO include:
San Francisco International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
At the moment, R 1,915 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,197. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from PDX to RNO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PDX to RNO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that take off from PDX reach their destination on time.
Portland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PDX:
Arriving at Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
If you're landing on a late Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near RNO:
Travel at your own pace with a Reno/Tahoe International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo and chase adventure across Reno and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Reno/Tahoe International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
You'll find RNO at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Reno. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Reno. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Portland International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Reno during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to RNO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Reno, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 306 kilometres south-west to San Jose to check off its top sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, San Francisco is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
