The Reno-Tahoe International Airport says they're expecting 16,000 travelers today and 16,000 again on Monday.
Airport spokesperson April Conway says one of the most common mistakes people make when traveling is not arriving early enough: "A lot of people who lived in Reno a long time remember the days when you could drop your stuff off and head to the gate ten minutes before boarding and you would always make it. We don't want people to leave that to chance."
Conway says to make sure to arrive at least two hours before your boarding time and prepare for limited parking.
"If you can, get a ride from somebody. Use our parking reservation system that's available on our website. That will ensure you have a spot waiting for you when you arrive."
She tells us the airport also offers an online five-dollar coupon for rideshares like Uber and Lyft.
With so many people passing through, Conway says to plan everything ahead to ensure a smooth process for not just you, but also the airport workers.
"Make sure that you understand what your airline rules are for your baggage, understand if you have a Real ID, or if you don't what that might mean for your passenger experience through security."
A couple of people who travel often shared their advice when it comes to flying on busy holiday weekends like this one.
Don Primosch, traveling from Phoenix, Arizona, says, "There's been times where I packed so much stuff, and I didn't use three-quarters of it. So, pack light and drink a lot of water."
Nick Bibb, also from Phoenix, says, "Definitely get TSA Pre-Check. It'll save a lot of time and then try not to do layovers; it just wastes time."
Primosch adds, "You don't have to take off your shoes, you don't have to take off your belt. I went Pre-Check today, this morning, and it was a breeze."
And some good news, as the airport rebuilds its new concourses, Conway says passengers should not be impacted by construction.
