Washington to Las Vegas (DCA–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DCA–LAS is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,084 miles in approximately 5h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 97 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 14 | 32Q, 7M8 | 5h08-5h14 | Oneworld | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 7 | 7M8, B38M | 5h10-5h21 | – | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Washington
| Metric | DCA→LAS | IAD→LAS | BWI→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DCA | – | 23 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 10 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 42 | 37 |
| Flight time | 5h 8m | 5h 22m | 4h 49m |
| Departure OTP | 94% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DCA: EDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Washington, it's 3:00 PM in Las Vegas.
The DC Metro (Yellow and Blue lines) connects the airport directly to downtown Washington in 15–25 minutes from most central stations ($2.25–$3.85 depending on distance and time of day). The Reagan National Airport station is inside the terminal complex with a direct indoor walkway. Metro runs from about 05:00 to midnight Sunday–Thursday, and until 01:00 on Friday–Saturday.Taxis and Uber/Lyft from the city centre cost $15–30 depending on destination and traffic. DCA is one of the most transit-accessible major US airports. Driving is straightforward via the George Washington Memorial Parkway; short-term parking at the terminal costs from $5 for 20 minutes. No personal vehicles are allowed to idle at arrivals; use the cell-phone lot or commercial pick-up zones.
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.
DCA–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DCA to LAS
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DCA to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DCA to LAS ranges from 5 hours 8 minutes to 5 hours 21 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,084 miles (3,353 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 43 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
97 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via APA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD), Baltimore (BWI) and Hagerstown (HGR).