Travelling from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Reno's timezone is UTC-8, making Reno three hours behind Detroit.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DTW to RNO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DTW and RNO:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Detroit to Detroit Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near DTW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
If you're coming in on a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RNO:
Explore without limits with a Reno / Tahoe Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Alamo and venture far and wide through Reno and beyond.
Booking your ride from Reno / Tahoe Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to central Reno
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
From Reno / Tahoe Airport, Reno is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Reno in March.
The warmest month in Reno is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Reno / Tahoe Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DTW to RNO sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Reno has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 306 kilometres south-west of Reno, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Reno. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are highlights.
