Reno Tahoe International Airport expecting big crowds during spring break

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Reno Tahoe International Airport is expecting big crowds during this year’s spring break vacation.

This weekend marks the beginning of spring break for many, and the heightened travel season is expected to last through mid-April.

KOLO spoke to travelers who were making their way back home to Texas after spending the week in Lake Tahoe for spring break fun.

“We are heading home; we had a fun week at spring break we were at Edgewood Tahoe and skiied, had a great time,” said Sheigh Rhodes, traveling with her family.

RNO says they are expecting approximately 14,000 passengers passing through the airport on peak travel days, with the busiest days expected to be March 17, 20, 23, and 24.

If you intend to travel on these days, RNO is advising you follow these travel trips:

• Arrive at least two hours before your departure
• Allow extra time for parking and rental car returns
• Take advantage of the free waiting lot when waiting for travelers
• Visit the airport’s website for real-time parking availability and flight status updates

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