Travelling from Phoenix to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas jetting off from either of these.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is where your flight will arrive in Las Vegas.
Book a direct Phoenix to Las Vegas flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Phoenix to Las Vegas flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Las Vegas
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Las Vegas is 19 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 39 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap Phoenix to Las Vegas flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for bagging a bargain.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
If you're after a direct flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas, you can leave from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Get from PHX to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) in one seamless journey.
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Phoenix to Las Vegas plane tickets out of PHX. Get on board with any of these:
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX land at their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
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 3 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel near LAS if you have a late flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week in advance of your Phoenix to Las Vegas flight.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas. October is the busiest month for a trip to Las Vegas. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to Las Vegas ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to Las Vegas around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Las Vegas:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are leading attractions which should be on any good Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Las Vegas has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 370 kilometres south-west of Las Vegas, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.