Travelling from Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is eight hours ahead of Reno, where Reno-Tahoe International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your RNO to Reykjavik flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from RNO to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 5 kilometres from central Reno, RNO can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to RNO:
Reno-Tahoe International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RNO make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Reykjavik
Rs124,147 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs235,996. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from RNO to Reykjavik. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Keflavik Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from RNO to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your RNO to Reykjavik flight, unwind at a hotel close to RKV. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at RKV can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the most popular month for flights from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Book a Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RNO to Reykjavik around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Reykjavik, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are popular attractions which should be on every Reykjavik itinerary.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
If you're looking to explore another side of Iceland, head for Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are the start of reasons to visit.
