$43 Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles (QLA) to Reno (RNO)

Los Angeles, the sprawling city on the Southern California coast, has a lot to offer, but sometimes you want a break. Reno, known as the “Biggest Little City in the World,” is the change of pace you need. Orbitz.com can help you find affordable flights from Los Angeles to Reno, so you can take advantage of everything this gateway to the old west has to offer.

Leaving Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport, located sixteen miles southwest of downtown, offers nonstop flights to Reno on American Eagle, Southwest Airlines, and United Express. Although you can take a taxi to the airport, the sprawling expanse of the region and the traffic congestion that prevails during all hours of the day and night may make the fare unexpectedly expensive. A taxi to the airport from downtown will cost about $45 if you don’t hit traffic. A budget-conscious option is to arrange for an airport shuttle to pick you up. If you prefer to drive to the airport, you can park in one of the Central Terminal area parking structures for $30 per day or the economy lot for $12 per day.

Arriving in Reno

Reno, the most populous city in Nevada after Las Vegas, is situated in the northwest region of the state in a high-desert valley at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The city is steeped in American history, as Reno is the traditional gateway to the old west where the railroads exit the mountains from California to go east across the country. Visitors to the area fly into Reno-Tahoe International Airport, located about five miles southeast of the center of downtown. The airport is a ten minute car ride to all of the major hotels in the area, so taking a taxi to your destination is an affordable option. Alternatively, the city bus stops right outside of baggage claim and can take you into downtown. You can also rent a car from one of the nine rental agencies with a desk at the airport. If you arrive in the summer, expect daily high temperatures to range from 72 to 91°F. Winter temperatures range from 45 to 56°F. Reno is part of the metropolitan region that includes Lake Tahoe, so there are lots of things to do all year round. While in Reno, make sure to visit Victorian Square, try your luck in one of the many casinos, and mountain bike through the desert. If you’re in town during September, check out the National Championship Air Races.

Planning a Vacation in Reno

Reno is a small city with a big punch. With the beauty of the Sierra Nevada as a backdrop, Reno is the perfect place to enjoy casino gaming, luxury resorts, old west history, and outdoor adventures. You can find the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Reno and discount accommodations by using Orbitz.com as your travel planner.