Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Reno's timezone is UTC-8, making Reno five hours behind Santiago.
To ensure you get on your SCL to RNO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. These are the top stopovers between SCL and RNO:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
R 8,323 is currently the best price for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight. Return flights start from R 15,743. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from SCL to RNO, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport.
Handy information about Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport from central Santiago, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SCL? If you're catching an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RNO instead:
Grab a Reno / Tahoe Airport rental car and explore Reno and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Reno / Tahoe Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to central Reno
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno / Tahoe Airport to the centre of Reno has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Reno based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport for July if you'd like to visit Reno during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SCL to RNO in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Reno is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, San Francisco is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.