Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is 10 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind London.
Every week, there are seven London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flights. If you want to be on board early, pick the 10:05 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 13:00 with British Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LGW to LAS flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Las Vegas — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is British Airways.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGW and LAS:
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
R 4,833 is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight. A return flight starts from R 8,283. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from LGW to LAS, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport).
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick 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 your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and explore beyond Las Vegas's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week before your trip.
Getting from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to central Las Vegas has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is May, while October is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Las Vegas based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to LAS in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Las Vegas is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 370 kilometres south-west of Las Vegas, a trip to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. 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.
