Philadelphia to Las Vegas (PHL–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–LAS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 2,171 miles in approximately 4h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 122 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 50 | 321, 32Q, 7M8, A21N | 4h57-5h39 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 7 | 321 | 5h42 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→LAS | ACY→LAS | ABE→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 46 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 57 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 57m | 5h 7m | 5h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 3:00 PM in Las Vegas.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
PHL–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to LAS
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Aer Lingus. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to LAS ranges from 4 hours 57 minutes to 5 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,171 miles (3,494 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 71 return, totaling 128 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
122 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via PWK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Atlantic City (ACY), Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE) and Newark (EWR).