Reno-Tahoe International Airport expects high volume of July 4 holiday passenger traffic
Have travel plans that include flying out of Reno? Officials at Reno-Tahoe International Airport expect a busy week ahead with many airlines fully booked for the July 4 holiday period.
Between 14,000 to 15,000 passengers are expected to arrive and depart on peak travel days this holiday weekend, so planning ahead will help smooth passengers’ experience through the airport, airport officials say.
Among the variables travelers who fly should consider:
Parking: The increase in passenger travel affects not only aircraft in the sky, but vehicles on the roadway. Some of the airport’s parking areas are expected to be at or near capacity. Airport staff may utilize overflow parking areas, depending on vehicle parking demand. Passengers are encouraged to watch for signage and follow the airport on social media to be alerted to these times of extra vehicle traffic.
Arrival Time: To ease the travel process, passengers are also encouraged to arrive early, at least 90 minutes prior to their scheduled departure, in order to allow time for parking, airline check-in and TSA security lines. Although Reno-Tahoe International is known for being a quick, convenient airport, travelers arriving 90 minutes early will avoid unnecessary stress.
TSA Security: The Transportation Security Administration wishes to remind passengers that any electronic item larger than a cell phone must be removed from your carry-on bag and screened separately from the rest of your carry-on items (e.g. laptops, tablets, e-readers and handheld game consoles). Small electronics will be removed from your carry-on as you pass through TSA Security. Remember to collect them on the other side of screening.
Below are additional travel tips that can help make the airport experience a pleasant one:
— Arrive at least 90 minutes prior to your scheduled departure, or two hours before international flights.
— Call the airline or visit their website prior to departure to check flight status. Weather across the nation can impact flights at Reno-Tahoe International. Sign up for automated alerts sent right to your smart phone.
— Be an educated traveler and know the baggage fees: visit your airline’s website to learn how much each bag may cost to check. All airlines at RNO except Southwest Airlines charge for the first checked bag.
— Many children and families travel during the summer; be patient with inexperienced travelers. If sending off a departing unaccompanied minor, talk to airline ticket counter personnel if you wish to accompany the passenger to the gate. Proper identification is required to drop off and pick up the child.
— At the Security Checkpoint, empty your pockets, remove your shoes and jewelry, and place them in the bins provided. TSA requires removing personal electronic devices larger than a cell phone (e.g. laptops, tablets, e-readers and handheld game consoles) from your carry-on bag. Place these items in a bin with nothing on or under them for X-ray screening. Remember to retrieve all your items once through screening.
— Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to remove coats, jackets and all outerwear. Place them in the bin for screening.
— Know the TSA 3-1-1 rule for carry-on bags at www.tsa.gov. Liquids, gels and aerosols such as shampoo, lotion and perfume must be packed in a one quart plastic baggie, one baggie per customer placed in its own bin.
— Food brought through security usually requires extra screening.
— Allow extra time to return rental cars and watch for signs to guide you to the appropriate drop-off lane.
— To save time, download boarding passes at home. If checking luggage, remember to allow enough time at the airport to check your bags. For specific luggage check-in cut-off times, please visit your airline’s website.
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