Albuquerque to Las Vegas (ABQ–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ABQ–LAS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 485 miles in approximately 1h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 67 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 39 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h29-1h40 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Albuquerque
| Metric | ABQ→LAS | SAF→LAS | GUP→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ABQ | – | 49 mi | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 29m | 1h 24m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
ABQ: MDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Albuquerque, it's 5:00 PM in Las Vegas.
Taxis and ride-shares dominate ground transport. A metered taxi to the Strip costs $20–30; to downtown Las Vegas ("Fremont Street area"), $20–25. Ride-shares are comparable or slightly cheaper.Hotel casino shuttles serve major properties. No rail connects the airport to the Strip. Rental car facilities are at the CONRAC facility adjacent to the terminals, accessible by shuttle. Tunnel project (LVCC Loop) does not serve the airport.
Hot desert climate. Summers are intensely hot (38–45°C) with low humidity. Heat itself rarely disrupts flights, but monsoonal afternoon thunderstorms from July through September can produce brief but severe delays. Microbursts and lightning strikes ground aircraft quickly.
Winters are mild and sunny (5–15°C) with rare frost. Snow is unusual but possible in January and February. Spring dust storms (haboobs) can reduce visibility rapidly. The airport sits at 2,181 feet; thin air affects aircraft performance on extremely hot days.
ABQ–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ABQ to LAS
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ABQ to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ABQ to LAS ranges from 1 hours 29 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 485 miles (781 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 75 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
67 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via ROW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Fe (SAF), Gallup (GUP) and Durango (DRO).