Buffalo to Las Vegas (BUF–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BUF–LAS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,982 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 7 | 73H, 7M8 | 5h | – | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Buffalo
| Metric | BUF→LAS | IAG→LAS | ROC→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BUF | – | 16 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | – |
| Flight time | 5h | 5h 11m | 4h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
BUF: EDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Buffalo, it's 3:00 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.
BUF–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BUF to LAS
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Southwest Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BUF to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BUF to LAS ranges from 5 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,982 miles (3,189 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Niagara Falls (IAG), Rochester (ROC) and Toronto (YYZ).