Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-8, which is eight hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LGW to LAS flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Las Vegas (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with British Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LGW and LAS:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport flight is R 6,319. A return plane ticket is currently R 10,138. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from LGW to LAS, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LGW to LAS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose 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 London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW reach their destination without delay.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Harry Reid International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and venture far and wide through Las Vegas and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Harry Reid International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Las Vegas. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to LAS in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas, Phoenix is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
