Flying from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) taking off from either of these.
5 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport flight.
Las Vegas is three hours behind New York. Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport is located in Las Vegas, which operates on the UTC-8 timezone.
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is the most popular route. There are 68 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with JetBlue Airways at 9:50pm. Choose the first JFK to LAS departure with JetBlue Airways at 6am if you'd rather get going earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from New York to LAS.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and spring break will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can take a direct flight from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport departing from JFK. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Most travellers choose to book seats with Delta from JFK to LAS.
Among carriers on this route, American Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
JFK is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of the departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about kicking off your journey from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
When departing from EWR, you can pick from a range of airlines that offer direct flights from New York to LAS. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
On the EWR to LAS route, United is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport see fewer delays with United than with any other carrier.
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to LAS flight:
71% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey time to LGA from the centre of New York is around 55 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to New York LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Have a late flight from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near LAS and turn in quicker:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport flight.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Getting from Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to central Las Vegas
Central Las Vegas is around 10 kilometres from Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Currently, R 1,633 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,169. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to LAS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
December is the quietest month for flights from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), while March is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Las Vegas based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your New York to LAS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
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