How often are flights from Chicago to Reno delayed?

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between Chicago and Reno have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 148 minutes.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Reno?

Salt Lake City (SLC) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Reno?

Frontier and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Reno

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Reno?

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 36m.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Reno flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Reno on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Reno is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Reno?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 55m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Reno?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $194.

What airlines fly to Reno?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Reno from Chicago according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Reno. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Reno on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Reno flights?

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Reno on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Reno as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Reno Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Reno Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Reno Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Reno Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Reno Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Reno?

The month of March is another great option to travel to Reno, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $335.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Reno?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Reno is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $446. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago to Reno for around $566.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Reno?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Reno when you can find flight prices for as low as $469. Flying to Reno in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $575.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Reno?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Reno from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Reno for around $404 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Reno from Chicago for as low as $345 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Reno flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Reno flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Reno flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Reno flight.

How have Chicago to Reno flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Chicago to Reno flights are approximately 110% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Reno from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $233. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Reno found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $339.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Reno takes 4h 10m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Reno every day.

There is 1 airport near Reno: Reno (RNO)

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How far is Chicago to Reno by plane?
The straight-line distance from Chicago to Reno is 1682.6 mi. 4h 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Reno Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Reno Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Reno Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Reno Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Reno Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Reno Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Reno?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Reno is Boeing 737-700, representing 88.54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 5.73%, Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 2.55%, and Boeing 737-800 at 1.91%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Reno?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to Reno is United Airlines (49% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Southwest (21%), American Airlines (15%), and Delta (7%).

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United Airlines flight deals from Chicago to Reno start from $285 round-trip. Over the 7 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $463 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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The month of March is another great option to travel to Reno, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $335.

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Reno?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Reno when you can find flight prices for as low as $469. Flying to Reno in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $575.

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What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Reno flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Reno flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Reno flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Reno flight.

How have Chicago to Reno flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Chicago to Reno flights are approximately 110% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Reno?

Frontier and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Reno

What airlines fly to Reno?

How often are flights from Chicago to Reno delayed?

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between Chicago and Reno have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 148 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Reno flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Reno flights?

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Reno?

Salt Lake City (SLC) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Reno?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $194.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Reno?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 55m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Reno?

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 36m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Reno on average per day?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Reno is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Reno on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to Reno as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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