Travelling from Chicago to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Embark on your next adventure from one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Las Vegas taking off from either of these.
Come in for landing at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). This is the major gateway to Las Vegas.
The average duration of a direct Chicago to Las Vegas flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Las Vegas is two hours behind Chicago and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Chicago to Las Vegas is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). There are 93 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to LAS is the 05:45 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last scheduled departure is at 23:10 with Spirit Airlines.
To ensure you get on your Chicago to Las Vegas flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Las Vegas
ج.م. 1,738 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Las Vegas. Return flights start from ج.م. 4,806. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get cheap Chicago to Las Vegas flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Chicago to Las Vegas. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Chicago to Las Vegas, you can depart from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Travel from ORD to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) in one seamless trip.
These are some of the leading carriers offering direct Chicago to Las Vegas plane tickets out of ORD:
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Las Vegas, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Rather start your trip at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? This hub offers direct flights from Chicago to Las Vegas, seamlessly connecting you to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Book your direct Chicago to Las Vegas plane ticket with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of MDW.
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Las Vegas:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The distance from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago to Las Vegas. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and chase adventure across Las Vegas and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week before your departure date.
The street address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
May is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Las Vegas, while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Las Vegas based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Book your Chicago to Las Vegas ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Las Vegas in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Las Vegas
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Las Vegas, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Las Vegas:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are must-visits when exploring Las Vegas.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another well-known destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas. No trip is complete without visiting Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
