Flying from Mexico City to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU).
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the primary point of entry to Las Vegas.
The average time for a direct Mexico City to Las Vegas flight is 4 hours 5 minutes.
Las Vegas's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Las Vegas one hour behind Mexico City.
The most popular route for flights from Mexico City to Las Vegas is from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). There are 21 services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MEX to LAS is the 08:30 Aeromexico option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 20:00 with Aeromexico.
To ensure you board your Mexico City to Las Vegas flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Las Vegas
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Mexico City to Las Vegas flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Las Vegas is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas, you can depart from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Travel from MEX to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) in one continuous trip.
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Mexico City to Las Vegas plane tickets with departures from MEX, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Mexico City to Las Vegas flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Benito Juarez International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination without delay.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Break up your Mexico City to Las Vegas flight with a stop at Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY). A main stopover between Felipe Ángeles International Airport and Las Vegas, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
With public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas is much easier when you stay near Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Think about checking in to Verticca Hotel the night before flying out.
68% of all departures from Felipe Ángeles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Go where the road takes you with a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and chase adventure across Las Vegas and beyond.
Booking your ride from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas. October is the most popular month for a trip to Las Vegas. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Las Vegas around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Las Vegas right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Mexico City to Las Vegas:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are popular attractions which should feature on any good Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Las Vegas has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres south-west of Las Vegas, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Phoenix, about 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among its highlights.
