How to travel from Anchorage to Reno, United States of America
The distance between Anchorage and Reno is around 2,019 miles (3,249km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 20m.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Anchorage to Reno by plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Reno → Anchorage if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Anchorage (ANC) to Reno (RNO).
- Duration6h 20m
- Flight time5h 20m
- Typical cost$315
Alaska Airlines, Inc.
+ 3 othersFrequently asked questionsabout travel between Anchorage and Reno
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Anchorage to Reno by plane and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $315 and will take around 6h 20m.
The distance between Anchorage and Reno is around 2,019 miles (3,249km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,966 miles (3,164km)
It takes around 6h 20m to get from Anchorage and Reno by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days 14h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Anchorage to Reno is to fly which takes around 6h 20m and will set you back approx $315.
The cheapest way to travel between Anchorage and Reno, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $315 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Anchorage and Reno. We recommend that you fly from Anchorage (ANC) to Reno (RNO). instead which will take 6h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Anchorage and Reno. We recommend that you fly from Anchorage (ANC) to Reno (RNO). instead which will take 6h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Anchorage and Reno. Flights depart from Anchorage (ANC) and arrive at Reno (RNO) - via Seattle (SEA). The flight takes around 5h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Anchorage to Reno. There is however a flight that goes via Seattle (SEA). This services will take at least 6h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Anchorage to Reno typically takes around 5h 20m. Flights depart from Anchorage (ANC) and and arrive into Reno (RNO).
The closest major airport to Reno is Reno–Tahoe International Airport (RNO) (RNO) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Reno. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK) (SCK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Anchorage and Reno. The distance is around 3,015 miles (4,852km) by road and it will take around 2 days 14h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Anchorage to Reno is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around $315.
Compare travel optionsbetween Anchorage and Reno
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 6h 20m | $315 | hourly | 3,249km (2,019 miles) |
Drive | 2 days 14h | $295 | on demand | 4,852km (3,015 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Anchorage and Reno
Airlines
Alaska Airlines, Inc.
Delta
American Airlines
United Airlines
Airports near Reno
The following major airports near Reno offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.
Reno–Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
- Distance
- 2 miles (4km) from Reno
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
- Distance
- 112 miles (179km) from Reno
Stockton Airport (SCK)
- Distance
- 136 miles (220km) from Reno