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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Reno Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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Every place in the food court was closed. We were starved, had been flying all day. We had to take a cab to a nearby 7-11 to get some food and beverage.” – CarolaLSB
RNO Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
What to Expect
Reno-Tahoe Airport (code: RNO) consists of a renovated, two-level terminal with two concourses, 22 gates and almost two dozen eateries and shops, with most located on the airside. After eateries and shops close at night, vending machines provide the only drink and snack options. WiFi is available to help pass the time. For added comfort, there are lounges that economy-class passengers can pay to use.
Sleeping in Reno Airport
After security checkpoints close for the night, all passengers are restricted to the landside areas, and must re-clear security the next day when the checkpoints open. Travellers report that the most comfortable sleeping spots are U-shaped padded benches near the baggage claim and padded, armrest-free benches near the ticketing/check-in counters. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels within a quick shuttle ride of the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Reno Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Keep in mind that TSA, airline check-in, and baggage drop hours vary according to the flight schedule. Check these hours with your airline. If you are in the terminal’s public area (landside), you will not be able to get through to the terminal’s secure area (airside) until the morning.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Reno Airport that provide free airport shuttles:
- Hyatt Place Reno Tahoe Airport » Check Rates
- Aloft Reno – Tahoe International Airport » Check Rates
- SureStay Plus Hotel » Check Rates
- Comfort Inn & Suites Airport & Convention Center » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Reno, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by paying at the door or purchasing a lounge pass.
- Escape Lounge – Location: Airside, Concourse B-C Connector. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door.
Drinking Water
Thirsty? Water fountains and refilling stations are available pre- and post-security.
Food & Drinks
Most food concessions (approximately 10 options) operate according to flight schedules. At least one option on each concourse opens about 30 minutes before the first departure and closes about 30 minutes after the last flight. There are no 24-hour dining options. Vending machines are available throughout the terminal.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
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Mobile Charging
The Productivity Center provides wall outlets for charging devices and counter space for working. Locations: Landside, Main Lobby • Airside, near Gate C1 • Airside, near Gate B2.
Showers
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WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Airport Courtesy WiFi” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs operated by Wells Fargo are available throughout the terminal. Fees may apply. Locations include Baggage Claim, Main Lobby, Concourse B, Concourse C, and Gateway Concourse (2nd floor).
- Baggage Carts – Smarte Carte baggage carts are available. Rate: $5 per cart. Cash and credit cards accepted.
- Children’s Play Area – Located on the 2nd floor beside McDonald’s.
- Courtesy Phones – Free local and toll-free calls can be made from courtesy phones located on the 1st floor and in the Productivity Centers.
- Currency Exchange – Not available.
- Dog Parks – Two outdoor pet relief areas are available: one north of Baggage Claim (follow paw prints from Exit Door D near Ground Transportation) and another south of the terminal near the Southwest Airlines ticket counters.
- Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is not available. Retail shops selling souvenirs, reading materials, and travel essentials are located landside and airside.
- Gaming Machines – Gaming machines are available in both concourses, at Taphouse bartops, and in the terminal lobby.
- Massage Chairs – Available in both concourses.
- Post Office – A mailbox is located outside the main terminal entrance. Stamps are available at Adventure News and at select ATMs. A FedEx drop box is also available. A self-mailing service for prohibited items is available at the TSA security checkpoint.
- Family Services – Family restrooms with changing tables are available landside and in Concourses B and C. Mamava nursing pods are available airside in Concourses B and C.
- Smoking – Smoking is not permitted inside the terminal. Designated smoking areas are located outside the main doors, at the north end of Baggage Claim, and near the skywalk.
- Work Stations – Workstations with counter space and power outlets are available in the Productivity Center (Landside Main Lobby, Airside near Gates C1 and B2).
Bus
Reno Airport is served by city Bus Route 12, which runs Monday through Friday between the airport and downtown Reno, offering connections to Amtrak, the 4th Street bus station, and points in between. The airport bus stop is outside of the north end of the baggage claim area. For route maps, schedules and fare information for Bus Route 12 and other city buses, visit the RTC Transit website.
Car Rentals
Car rental desks are in the baggage claim area. On-site car rental agencies include Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Hertz • National • Thrifty. Payless is located off-site and accessible via a free shuttle bus.
Hotel Shuttles
See Airport Hotels above.
Shuttles
Paid Shuttle Service is provided by the following companies: North Lake Tahoe Express (near Door C) • South Tahoe Airporter (counter is adjacent to Door D in Baggage Claim). For more information, visit the Reno Airport website.
Taxis
Taxis are available outside the D doors at the north end of the baggage claim area. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required. Most major downtown Reno hotels are about 10 minutes from RNO airport by taxi.
Last updated: 2026-03-24
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.