Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Reno's timezone is UTC-7, making Reno two hours behind Des Moines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DSM to RNO flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between DSM and RNO:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
At the moment, Rs62,116 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs95,391. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DSM to RNO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
You'll find DSM at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
80.45% of flights leaving Des Moines International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of DSM.
Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DSM:
Arriving at Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
If you're landing on a late Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near RNO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Reno/Tahoe International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo to explore Reno and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Reno/Tahoe International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport to central Reno has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Reno based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Reno/Tahoe International Airport for July if you want to explore Reno during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 35ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DSM to RNO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Reno, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 306 kilometres south-west to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Reno. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.
