Travelling from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is 16 hours ahead of Reno, where Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located. Seoul runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your RNO to Seoul flight, allow plenty of 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 bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from RNO to Seoul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
RNO is around 5 kilometres from central Reno. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to RNO:
Reno/Tahoe International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.01% of flights that depart RNO arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Seoul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul flight is Rs120,558. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs246,151. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from RNO to Seoul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across each month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Explore without limits with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and discover more of Seoul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from RNO to Seoul can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Disembark your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you get to the city centre.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your RNO to Seoul flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Seoul
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Seoul in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RNO to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Seoul, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should feature on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No trip is complete without visiting Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.