Travelling from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Reno and Los Angeles are in the same timezone, UTC-8.
Each week, there are 47 Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 05:30 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:40 with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your RNO to LAX flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Los Angeles (and then other destinations in the United States) is a breeze. You can fly nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
United tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for RNO to LAX flights, with 88.57% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RNO and LAX:
San Francisco International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, R 929 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,725. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from RNO to LAX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RNO to LAX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno / Tahoe Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart RNO arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Reno / Tahoe Airport from central Reno, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to RNO? If you've booked an early flight from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Travel at your own speed with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Los Angeles in March.
Before locking in your flight from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RNO to LAX in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
