Travelling from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) jetting off from either of these.
Take a direct flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 56 minutes.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located in Reno. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 2 hours behind Houston.
With 7 direct flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 10:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from IAH to RNO is with United at 20:00.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to RNO, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Take off and land with no stops from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Direct flights from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) operate from here.
Book your direct flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport with United. This popular airline operates services from IAH.
From the centre of Houston, IAH is approximately 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Looking for a handy hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) operates direct flights from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO).
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to RNO can be booked with United.
You can reach HOU from the centre of Houston in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Houston to RNO? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Book a hotel close to RNO if you have a late flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Reno. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
It typically takes 31 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
$134 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Return flights start from $267. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
9 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Houston to RNO.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, schedule your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Reno. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
Schedule your flight from Houston to RNO for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Reno to range from 13ºC to 35ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Reno
After locking in your flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reno:
One of the best ways to get to know Reno is to check out its popular attractions. Some highlights include Raymond L Smith Truckee River Walk, Nevada Museum of Art and New Virginia Street Bridge.
Complete your Reno trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Houston to Reno/Tahoe International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Reno and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
