RELEASE – How to Fly Your Way Through Reno-Tahoe International Airport During Thanksgiving
Arriving early is (Tur)Key with Passenger Numbers High RENO, Nev. (Nov. 21, 2023) – An impressive number of travelers are […]
Reno, Nev. – Christmas week through New Year’s, Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) will see the highest passenger numbers since COVID significantly impacted air travel in March, and the airport will be working diligently to provide the safest, most sanitary travel experience possible.
December 23 will be the busiest travel day at RNO with over 5,000 travelers scheduled to depart. RNO has stressed a safe and sanitary travel experience since the pandemic’s outbreak, complying with all CDC guidelines and state directives including the requiring of face coverings and social distancing. With the increase in traffic over the holidays, staff will continue working around the clock to ensure sanitization efforts meet the travel demand.
Airport holiday traditions such as caroling, musical performances, and random acts from the Kindness Take Flight team are canceled this year. However, the New Year’s Resolution Wall will be on full displayjust past security from December 28 – January 4, encouraging travelers and employees to share their resolutions for 2021. RNO’s Paws 4 Passenger teams will also be working to bring holiday cheer during busy travel times.
While passenger counts are still down from years’ past, it’s important to arrive early and allow time for parking, airline check-in, and TSA security lines. The following travel tips will help make the airport experience less stressful:
RNO continues to take a multi-layered approach to sanitation during the pandemic. In addition to a mandatory mask requirement, the airport has added 1,000 social distancing stickers and plexiglass shielding at every counter. In-depth cleaning is also conducted in the terminal throughout the day. Airport officials are also encouraging employees and passengers to wash their hands frequently and use hand sanitizer. RNO is committed to Move You, Safely when you’re ready to fly.
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The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority receives no state or local funding. All operating revenues are derived from tenant and concession fees. The Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the 66th busiest commercial airport in the United States, with nearly 4.5 million passengers per year. For more details, visit www.renoairport.com.