Travelling from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Explore the options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) departing from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 16 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport).
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is located in Las Vegas. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Los Angeles.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to LAS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Take off and land with no stops from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) can be booked from here.
A range of airlines at LAX offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. Some of the most popular are:
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) operates direct flights from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Los Angeles to LAS departing from VNY. Book your favourite aisle or window seat with any of these carriers and you'll arrive before you realise it:
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour and 41 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Los Angeles to LAS? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Consider booking a hotel near LAS if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) to central Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Las Vegas. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport is Rs8,394. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs14,481. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's best to book 8 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to LAS around that time.
To get the best price on your tickets from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
October is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Las Vegas in May when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles to LAS, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 13ºC.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Las Vegas right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Las Vegas is to visit its most popular attractions. Highlights include Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
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