Los Angeles to Las Vegas (LAX–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.
LAX–LAS is served by 10 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 236 miles in approximately 1h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, AV, AZ, CA, CM, LX, OZ, SQ, VA | 84 | 738, 739, 789, 7M8, 7M9, B38M, E75L, E7W | 1h05-1h23 | Star Alliance | AC, AV, AZ, CA, CM, LX, OZ, SQ, VA | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 55 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h10-1h24 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AT, AY, BA, CX, FJ, GF, IB, JL, PD, PR, QF, QR | 43 | 321, 738, E75, E75L | 1h16-1h24 | Oneworld | AT, AY, BA, CX, FJ, GF, IB, JL, PD, PR, QF, QR | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, CI, KE, LY, SK, VS | 32 | 738, 739 | 1h09-1h13 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, CI, KE, LY, SK, VS | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 26 | 32Q, A20N, A21N | 1h16-1h22 | – | Y4 | |
| XE JSX | 8 | E135 | 1h15 | – | – | |
| WS WestJet | 2 | 739 | 1h09 | – | – | |
| AN Advanced Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→LAS | HHR→LAS | LGB→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 4 mi | 17 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 10 | 2 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 682 | – | 45 |
| Flight time | 1h 18m | 0h 59m | 1h 10m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
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.
LAX–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Los Angeles to Las Vegas: One of the World's Busiest Short-Haul Routes
The 430km LAX–LAS sector ranks among the most frequently flown domestic routes in the United States, with 16 airlines producing over 330 weekly departures. The flight time is roughly 55–65 minutes block-to-block. Competitive pressure across full-service, low-cost, and ultra-low-cost carriers keeps unit fares low. Many travellers choose this over the 4–5 hour drive on I-15.
Hub and Connection Context
Both LAX and LAS function as connecting hubs. LAX serves as a significant international gateway, meaning BNE–LAS or NRT–LAS one-stop itineraries commonly route through Los Angeles. LAS handles a high proportion of leisure O&D traffic and sees limited connecting use compared to legacy hubs. The short stage length means aircraft utilisation is high, and same-day rebooking availability is generally strong if a morning flight is cancelled.