Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Reno's timezone is UTC-7, making Reno 18 hours behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your MEL to RNO flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and RNO:
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
At the moment, $634 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,300. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to RNO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
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Select 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 Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Consider staying in a hotel near RNO if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Reno/Tahoe International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo and explore beyond Reno's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Reno/Tahoe International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
You'll find RNO at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Reno. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Reno. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Reno is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to RNO in December. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Reno. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, San Francisco is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.