Travelling from Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 11 hours ahead of Reno, where Reno-Tahoe International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your RNO to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from RNO to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
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The journey from central Reno to RNO takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near RNO? If you've booked an early flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
82% of flights departing from Reno-Tahoe International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of RNO.
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Istanbul
R 7,745 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start at R 13,818. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RNO to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from RNO to Istanbul can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your RNO to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to travel to Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RNO to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are among its highlights.