Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS): what you need to know
Las Vegas is 18 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MEL to LAS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Here are the top stopovers between MEL and LAS:
Los Angeles International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight is 352 €. A round-trip fare is currently 703 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to LAS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport).
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAS instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Las Vegas and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
From Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), Las Vegas is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is May, while October is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Las Vegas based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to LAS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
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