New Orleans to Las Vegas (MSY–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MSY–LAS is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Mexicana and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,497 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 123 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 15 | 7M8, B38M | 3h50-4h16 | – | – | |
| MX Mexicana | 7 | 223 | 4h-4h05 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 2 | 32Q | 4h | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from New Orleans
| Metric | MSY→LAS | BTR→LAS | GPT→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSY | – | 65 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | – | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 4h 11m | 4h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSY: CDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans, 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.
MSY–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSY to LAS
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier, Mexicana and Southwest Airlines. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MSY to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSY to LAS ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 16 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,497 miles (2,409 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
123 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via LFT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baton Rouge (BTR), Gulfport (GPT) and Lafayette (LFT).