Parking
Parking Options
Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) provides safe, well-lit parking conveniently located just across from the terminal. With limited space and high demand, our parking lots often fill quickly, especially during peak travel times. However, we offer solutions, including overflow parking when main lots reach capacity—just follow posted signage to locate these areas.
Our parking facility is open 24 hours a day, and our team is available to assist you with any questions. You can check live updates on available spaces and view pricing and parking options below.
For a smoother experience, consider additional ways to get to and from RNO, such as rideshares, public transit, or arranging a drop-off.
Please note:
- Daily rates apply after six hours.
- Available spot counts below are accurate and reflect public availability.
- Height restrictions vary; please review details in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section.
Get Real-Time Parking Updates
Color-coded numbers show parking availability, similar to a stoplight: green means plenty of spots, yellow means spaces are limited, and red means few or no spots are available.
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Planning ahead just got easier! We are now testing a new parking reservation system to help travelers secure a spot in the Long-Term Garage in advance for a smoother parking experience. As we test this system, we welcome your feedback. Use our feedback form to share your experience as we test this new system.
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Overflow Parking
Walking and Shuttles from Overflow
Please note that not all overflow parking lots offer shuttle service, so plan for a walk of up to 15 minutes to the terminal. Depending on your parking spot, though, you may reach the terminal in as little as five minutes.
Overflow lots open based on logistics including shuttle service, staffing, and weather conditions. If shuttle service is available for a lot, there will be clear signage, and shuttles will run every 10 minutes from that lot.
Thank you for choosing to park at RNO!
Overflow Rates and Charges
Overflow Lot pricing matches our Surface Lot pricing, hourly rates apply and daily max is at $18.
Overflow lots are only open and available as needed.
Overflow lots, Blue, Yellow, and Purple lots, are gated with payment at time of exit.
Off-site overflow lots are through our Just Park app and are pre-paid lots.
All overflow lots are electronic payments only. ie. credit/debit/tap-to-pay.
Overflow lot minimum lost ticket fee: $26.00.
No oversized vehicles permitted.
Overflow Parking Payment
Making a payment for overflow parking is a breeze with our QR code system through JustPark. Just enter your vehicle details and your expected duration of stay. And if your plans change, no worries; you can update the duration at any time.
You can also call the overflow parking payment service to pay by phone: (775)-255-5251
Visit JustPark’s Help Center for more info on Overflow Parking payment.
Overflow Lot Safety
The overflow lots are well lit, fenced, and have 24-hour camera surveillance. The lots are also monitored by the RNO Police Department.
How to Pay & Park at RNO
RNO gives travelers a variety of options for quick and easy payment. We accept cash, Apple Pay, and all major credit cards, including American Express, Discover, Master Card, and Visa.
Ticketless Parking Option
Credit Express allows you to use your credit card as your parking ticket. Simply remember to use the same card when you exit the parking lot!
- Pull up to your parking area, kiosks are conveniently located at the entrance of both the Short-Term and Long-Term Parking garages.
- Enter your credit card into the card reader face down, chip first.
- Remove your card (no ticket will be dispensed).
- The gate will then open, and you can proceed into the parking lot.
- Once you return to RNO, use the same credit card you used to enter the lot.
- Pay at the Express or Full-Service Lanes to exit.
Already in the Lot? Pay on Foot!
Stop at any of one of the Pay on Foot machines located throughout the parking structure, and pay for your parking ticket with a credit card, debit card, Apple Pay or cash. A prepaid ticket receipt will be printed.
- Pull up to your parking area, kiosks are conveniently located at the entrance of both the Short-Term and Long-Term Parking garages.
- Make sure to keep your ticket with you.
- Once you return to RNO, stop at any of one of the Pay on Foot machines, conveniently located throughout the parking structure, and pay for your parking ticket with a credit or debit card or with cash.
- A prepaid ticket receipt will be printed.
- Upon exit, insert your prepaid ticket in order to exit.
Want to Pay by Cashier?
The friendly parking staff at RNO is always here to help! Cashiers are located at the exit of the parking garages and accept cash, credit, or debit card payments.
- Pull up to your parking area, kiosks are conveniently located at the entrance of both the Short-Term and Long-Term Parking garages.
- Press the yellow button for a parking ticket.
- Upon exit, insert your ticket into the machine at any attended cashier booth.
- The machine at the booth will calculate the amount owed.
- Either pay with your credit or debit card by inserting it into the credit card slot to the left of the ticket slot or hand cash to the cashier.
Overflow Parking Payment
Making a payment for overflow parking is a breeze with our QR code system through JustPark. Enter your vehicle details and your expected duration of stay. And if your plans change, no worries; you can update the duration at any time.
You can also call the overflow parking payment service to pay by phone: (775)-255-5251
Visit JustPark’s Help Center for more info on Overflow Parking payment.
EV Charging Stations
RNO has two electric vehicle charging stations:
- Short-Term Parking: The charging station is located near the south-central end of the first floor.
- Long-Term Parking: The charging station is located at the southwest corner on the third floor.
There is no fee to use the charging stations, but regular parking rates apply once you exit the garage. The Level I chargers are available on a first-come, first-served basis and provide a slower, household-style charge (115V). Check with your car manufacturer for the correct charger type. For a list of other charging stations in the area, visit www.plugshare.com.
Two-Wheeled Parking
Motorcycle and Moped Parking
Motorcycles and mopeds can park for free on the first floor of the short-term parking garage in designated motorcycle parking areas. You can access motorcycle parking from the far right lane of the garage located at the southwest corner near the entrance. If a motorcyclist chooses to park in a regular parking spot, they will be subject to parking rates.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle racks are available in two locations:
- On the first floor of the parking garage, in the southwest corner near Motorcycle Parking.
- Just outside of Door D at the north end of the Baggage Claim.
Park-to-Travel
Are you looking for a longer-term parking solution?
RNO offers convenient and secure long-term parking options, including Airport Warehousing and Park-to-Travel, located just minutes from the terminal.
With 24-hour advance notice, we can reserve a spot for you and provide a courtesy shuttle to and from the terminal to Park-to-Travel. Please note that the advanced notice must be made during business hours. Call (775) 328-6769 to make your reservation. Our courtesy shuttle has limited hours and days of operation.
Park-to-Travel and Airport Warehousing Location & Hours
Location:
2900 Vassar St Reno, NV 89502
Business Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Closed Daily for Lunch: 12:15pm – 1pm
Saturday – Sunday, Closed*
*Gate access is still available on weekends from 8:45 am to 4:45 pm.
Park-to-Travel Pricing
Park-to-Travel Outside Parking Rates
$95.00 per month
$60.00 per week
$10.00 per day
One-time administration fee $25.00 – non-refundable.
Park-to-Travel Inside Parking (Mini Storage Unit)
Inside Parking is available at Mini Storage Unit rates. Please visit the Leasing Warehouse page for more information.
Park-to-Travel Contact/Book
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the real-time parking availability accurate?
Yes! Our real-time parking feature accurately reflects the number of available spaces for public use.
There may be open spaces visible in the lot that are reserved for airport operations and other essential uses, but are not accessible to the public. Our system ensures that travelers have an accurate view of open spaces meant for passenger parking.
Why does the website show full, but the entrance to parking is open?
In some cases, we keep entrances open to allow vehicles to flow toward designated overflow areas or newly available spaces. The website accurately reflects available spaces in the lot, while the entrance remains open to guide cars toward overflow options. Our goal is to reduce congestion and prevent delays by directing traffic appropriately.
Does parking availability really change that quickly?
Due to high passenger flow, parking spaces can fill up or free up quickly, with availability changing within minutes, especially during peak times. We recommend checking parking availability often and considering alternate options during peak periods such as the holiday season and Washoe County school breaks.
Rest assured, our parking team works around the clock to provide real-time information on availability and guide travelers to open spaces.
Can I reserve a parking space?
Yes! Reservations are available in the Long-Term Garage on the second floor and garage roof. Since space is limited, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
Parking is still available on a first-come, first-served basis in the Long-Term Surface Lot, Short-Term Garage, and overflow lots. Just plan to leave early and check real-time availability.
Book now with JustPark.
More questions about reservations? Check JustPark’s FAQ page.
What if reservations are full, but the Long-Term Garage is open?
Passengers are able to use the Long-Term Garage without a reservation. The new reservation system reserves a select amount of spots, leaving the rest of the spaces available for first-come first-serve use. However availability changes quickly, so we recommend you prebook with the reservation system, check parking availability and/or arrive early due to high parking demand.
What if I lost or damaged my parking ticket?
Please head to the cashier on the far left side of the garage exit (not self-serve), and our parking team can assist you. You can also dial (775) 328-6551 if you need further assistance.
How can I get a copy of my parking receipt?
Email GT@renoairport.com with the following information:
- Date of Transaction
- Amount
- Last 4 digits of card used
What if I need help with a flat tire, a dead battery, or I can’t locate my car?
The RNO parking team will gladly provide free assistance 24/7. You can reach them at (775) 328-6551. Please don’t hesitate to call with any questions or concerns you may have.
Can I drop off or pick up a passenger along the curb at ticketing or baggage claim?
Passengers can be dropped off at the outer curb at ticketing and baggage claim, but remember that the outer curb is for immediate loading or unloading only. Vehicles left unattended or parked alongside the outer curb are not permitted and will be asked to move. (See curbside parking citation below.)
Learn more about Passenger Drop-Off & Pick-Up.
How long can I park my car at the airport?
RNO encourages you to notify the parking team for extended stays longer than 60 days. Please give our parking team a call at (775) 328-6551.
Do you have accessible parking?
RNO has accessible parking available in the Short-Term Garage, Long-Term Garage, or Long-Term Surface Lot. Accessible parking spaces are marked and located on each floor of the parking garage near the elevators and the far north corner of the Long-Term Surface Lot.
RNO offers free parking to any vehicles displaying “Veterans with Pearl Harbor Survivor, Pearl Harbor Veteran, Congressional Medal of Honor, Purple Heart, Silver Star, Bronze Star, Disabled Veteran, and Ex-POW” license plates. There are no other discounts offered for Veterans or ADA placards.
Is the parking at RNO secure?
RNO parking areas are fenced, well-lit, and patrolled. However, we will always recommend that you take any valuables in your car with you or leave them at home if you’re parking for extended periods of time, just to be safe.
What are the height clearances or height restrictions?
Road and curbside clearance:
The Skybridge, located above the passenger pick-up and drop-off driving lanes, has a height clearance of 14’6″ and the canopies along the curb have a height restriction of 13′.
Parking lot and garage clearance:
- Short-Term (1st Level) – 7 feet, 7 inches
- Long-Term (2nd Level) -8 feet, 2 inches
- Surface Lot – No height restrictions
Please note, oversized vehicles that cannot fit into a single parking space are not permitted.
What is considered an oversized vehicle?
If your vehicle cannot fit into the parking garage or requires more room than one parking space, it is considered an oversized vehicle.
*Please note these height limitations:
- Short-Term (1st Level) – 7 feet, 7 inches
- Long-Term (2nd Level) -8 feet, 2 inches
- Surface Lot – No height restrictions
*Due to increased parking demand, oversized vehicles are not permitted. Vehicles occupying multiple spaces will be towed at the owner’s expense. Please take an alternate method of transportation to the airport. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please contact the Parking Department at (775) 328-6551 if you have any questions.
I received a curbside/parking citation. Can I appeal it? How do I pay it?
Parking citations are issued for violations of curbside and parking regulations, which help ensure a safe and efficient experience for all travelers. Common violations include parking in an illegal space, taking up multiple spaces, or leaving a vehicle unattended at the front curb.
To pay a citation, use the RED payment drop boxes located along the outer curb (available 24/7) or mail your payment using the pre-paid postage on the back of the ticket to:
Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority
P.O. Box 12490
Reno, NV 89510
Accepted payment methods include cash, cashier’s checks, money orders, or personal checks.
If you believe you were incorrectly cited, you may appeal by completing a Parking Citation Appeal Form within 30 days of the infraction.
Can I park my car at the airport to be used for peer-to-peer carsharing?
The peer-to-peer carsharing company, Turo, is authorized to operate at RNO.
There are two operational locations:
Park and pick up is located in the overflow lot (Blue Lot) located along the Loop Road on the right side before you reach the front curb. Please park in the designated peer-to-peer carsharing spaces. The spaces are located near the crosswalk and are designated in red.
If the gate to the Blue Lot is closed, or “out of order”, then press the call button for assistance. Blue Lot has designated peer-to-peer carsharing spaces, even if the lot is showing as full.
Face-to-Face pick up is located near the ride share pick up area outside of Baggage Claim Door D, just past the shuttle pick up area. Look for the peer-to-peer carsharing signs.
