Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-8. The city is 21 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your AKL to Las Vegas flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from AKL to Las Vegas, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
AKL is about 18 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel near AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Las Vegas, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Las Vegas
R 7,424 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Las Vegas flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 14,773. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from AKL to Las Vegas if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Auckland Airport to Las Vegas is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across the month and snap up an awesome deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from AKL to Las Vegas.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Auckland Airport to Las Vegas by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Las Vegas
Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to the centre of Las Vegas takes about 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to LAS if you're coming in on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Las Vegas. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from AKL to Las Vegas.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Las Vegas. March is the busiest month to travel to Las Vegas. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Book a Auckland Airport to Las Vegas plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to Las Vegas in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Las Vegas
Start your Las Vegas trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Las Vegas, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Las Vegas Strip, Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas and Fountains of Bellagio are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Las Vegas, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 370 kilometres southwest to Los Angeles to check off its top attractions. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 418 kilometres southeast of Las Vegas. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
