Travelling from Grand Junction Airport (GJT) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Reno's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Reno one hour behind Grand Junction.
To ensure you get on your GJT to RNO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between GJT and RNO include:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Grand Junction Airport (GJT) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight is $379. A round-trip ticket right now is $474. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from GJT to RNO, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GJT to RNO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport.
Handy information about Grand Junction Airport (GJT)
You'll find GJT at 2828 Walker Field Road, Suite 211.
Grand Junction Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart GJT land on time.
Central Grand Junction to Grand Junction Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near GJT? If you're boarding an early flight from Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
Book a hotel close to RNO if you have a late Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Reno / Tahoe Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo and venture far and wide through Reno and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Reno / Tahoe Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to central Reno
You'll find RNO at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno / Tahoe Airport to central Reno has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Reno. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Grand Junction Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport for July if you'd like to go to Reno during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GJT to RNO in December. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Reno. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Reno. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are among the biggest draws.