Travelling from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LAS to FAI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAS and FAI:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport flight is R 3,622. A return plane ticket is currently R 7,181. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LAS to FAI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport.
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Handy information about Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAS touch down on schedule 82.07% of the time.
To get to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) from central Las Vegas, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LAS? If you're catching an early flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Book a hotel close to FAI if you have a late Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Fairbanks International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Enterprise, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Fairbanks and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fairbanks International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to central Fairbanks
You'll find FAI at University Ave..
Fairbanks International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Fairbanks. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Fairbanks based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Fairbanks is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Fairbanks International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAS to FAI in January. Temperatures average between -33ºC (-27ºF) and -8ºC (18ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Fairbanks, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 418 kilometres south to Anchorage to tick off its top sights. From Anchorage Museum to Alaska Native Heritage Centre and Earthquake Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Eagle River is another well-known destination in United States and is around 402 kilometres south of Fairbanks. No journey is complete without a visit to Eagle River Greenbelt Trailhead, Chief Alex Park and King's Eagle River.