Houston to Las Vegas (HOU–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HOU–LAS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,233 miles in approximately 2h 53m. Beyond nonstop, 128 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 78 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 3h02-3h25 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Houston
| Metric | HOU→LAS | IAH→LAS | BPT→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi | 78 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 82 | 120 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 53m | 2h 59m | 3h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
HOU: CDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 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.
HOU–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HOU to LAS
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 82 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HOU to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HOU to LAS ranges from 2 hours 53 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,233 miles (1,985 km). There are approximately 82 weekly flights outbound and 80 return, totaling 162 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
128 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via AFW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH), Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT) and College Station (CLL).