Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Istanbul is ten hours ahead of Reno, where Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RNO to Istanbul flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from RNO to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
RNO is around 5 kilometres from central Reno. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to RNO? If you're boarding an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
83.01% of flights leaving Reno/Tahoe International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from RNO.
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Istanbul
R 5,872 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 14,433. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RNO to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RNO to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Snag an affordable flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from RNO to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your RNO to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Visit Istanbul during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RNO to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
