Carlsbad to Las Vegas (CLD–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CLD–LAS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. JSX leads the route. The flight covers 237 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XE JSX | 16 | E135, ER4 | 0h48-1h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Carlsbad
| Metric | CLD→LAS | SAN→LAS | SNA→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLD | – | 28 mi | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 16 | 22 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 163 | 156 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 0h 47m | 0h 41m |
Travel Essentials
CLD: PDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Carlsbad, it's 6:00 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.
CLD–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLD to LAS
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from JSX. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CLD to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLD to LAS is about 1 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 237 miles (382 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Scottsdale and San Francisco. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN), Santa Ana (SNA) and Palm Springs (PSP).