Travelling from Los Angeles to Las Vegas: 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 Las Vegas jetting off from either of these bases.
Get off the plane at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). This is Las Vegas's primary hub.
On average, direct flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas take 1 hour 16 minutes. Las Vegas and Los Angeles are in the same timezone (UTC-7), meaning you won't have to change your watch after you land.
The most popular route for flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS). There are 410 services between these two airports each week.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Once you've booked cheap flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Set off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. From LAX, you can fly directly to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS).
These are some of the most popular carriers offering direct flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas jetting out of LAX:
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas with a stopover. To see your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Los Angeles International Airport and Las Vegas:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
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 your flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Las Vegas. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel near LAS if you're taking a late flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
At the moment, ج.م. 803 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 1,942. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Las Vegas.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles to Las Vegas is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Las Vegas
May is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, while October is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Las Vegas based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Las Vegas around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Las Vegas right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas:
Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are just two of the major attractions to add to your Las Vegas to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Fremont Street Experience.
Complete your Las Vegas trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.