Passenger terminalConcourses B and C
2001 E Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502FAA rank #66 · Small hub
RNOReno
Reno–Tahoe International
Guide reviewed September 1, 2026
The short answer
RNO is compact; parking capacity during ski weekends and major events is the bigger problem. Check live parking availability before driving in.
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Security peakEarly mornings, Sunday afternoons, ski weekends, and major Reno event dates
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Security
What you’re walking into
RNO has TSA PreCheck and a single terminal checkpoint area. Ski-season weekends, major events, and early morning departures create the longest lines.
Check live security wait times before leaving ↗TSA PreCheck● Yes
CLEAR● No
Global Entry● No
Mobile Passport● No
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Official parking
What it costs
Park & Walk$16/dayLowest official rate; 10–15 minute walk, no shuttle
Long-Term Surface$18/dayUncovered and close to terminal
Long-Term Garage$22/dayCovered/uncovered levels; reservations available
Short-Term Garage$36/dayBest for stays under six hours
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Ground transportation
Don’t stand at the wrong curb
Ride-app pickup uses the signed transportation area outside baggage claim; verify the exact island in the app.
Rental-car counters are across from baggage claim, with vehicles in the adjacent parking structure.
RNO has one terminal with connected B and C concourses beyond security; no inter-terminal shuttle is needed.
RNO Free Waiting LotOpen 24/7; about four minutes from the terminal1198 National Guard Way, Reno, NV 89502
The free 24-hour Waiting Lot is at 1198 National Guard Way; vehicles must remain attended.
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Airport hotels
Sleep close. Leave the car.
RNO has no hotel inside or directly connected to the terminal. Several airport hotels are less than two miles away and provide scheduled or on-request shuttles.
Inside or airport-connected
None at this airportPark-and-fly
Confirm terms before bookingAloft Reno-Tahoe International Airport
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle; confirm pickup procedure
- Parking
- Extended parking is included only with an eligible package
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Reno Airport
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle; verify current hours
- Parking
- Package parking allowance is confirmed during reservation
Hyatt Place Reno-Tahoe Airport
- Airport ride
- Complimentary airport shuttle; call for current schedule
- Parking
- Choose a package that explicitly includes parking while traveling
Hotel information reviewed September 2, 2026. Confirm current shuttle hours, parking terms, and package availability before booking.
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Airport essentials
Everything else worth knowing
Free Wi-Fi● Yes
USO lounge● No
Pet relief● Yes
EV chargingEV charging is available in designated airport parking spaces; check the current parking map for locations.
SmokingSmoking and vaping are prohibited inside the terminal.
OvernightThe terminal is open around the flight schedule, but concessions and checkpoint access are limited overnight.
Sources & freshness
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Guide information reviewed September 1, 2026. For today’s operations, rates, and hours, use the live links and official sources below.
RNO official parking and availability↗RNO passenger pickup↗RNO ground transportation↗RNO terminal services↗