Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Las Vegas (PWK–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Las Vegas
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 1,512 mi 3h 22m nonstop -2h behind 79 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PWK and LAS, connecting options are available through 79 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PWK to LAS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
79
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
199
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling

Nearby airports with service to Harry Reid International Airport.
Metric PWK→LAS ORD→LAS MDW→LAS
Distance from PWK – 9 mi 24 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 26 10
Weekly flights 2 377 51
Flight time 3h 22m 3h 42m 3h 10m
Chicago (ORD) to Las Vegas flights · Chicago (MDW) to Las Vegas flights · Gary (GYY) to Las Vegas flights
Airports within 200 miles of PWK with service to Harry Reid International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Las Vegas is 2 hours behind Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
PWK: CDT · LAS: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, it's 4:00 PM in Las Vegas.
Distance & Flight Time
1,512 mi / 2,434 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 22m to 3h 57m.
Getting from LAS

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.

Las Vegas Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PWK–LAS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling to Las Vegas route.
Route details
Distance1,512 mi / 2,434 km
Flight time3h 22m to 3h 57m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 1 return
1-stop connections79 hubs
Origin: PWK
Full nameChicago Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOPWK / KPWK
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation647 ft / 197 m
Destination: LAS
Full nameHarry Reid International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAS / KLAS
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr58.4M
Elevation2,181 ft / 665 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PWK to LAS flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Executive Airport to Harry Reid International Airport take approximately 3h 22m to 3h 57m. The route covers 1,512 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from PWK to LAS. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ENW, GYY, MKC, JVL, MCI, GRB, SLC, UES, COS, PHX, OKC, VNY, PVU, BHM, DEN, IND, PSP, GRR, STL, BZN, MEM, YWG, TUS, SDF, MSP, SNA, BNA, CMH, BUR, SAN, AUS, SAT, TYS, CHA, DAL, HOU, PIT, YYZ, OSU, MSY, YYC, LAX, SAV, CLT, LGA, SJD, BUF, GSO, SFO, FRG, PIE, SSI, ATL, TEB, RDU, YEG, YVR, PVR, IAD, TMB, RIC, ALB, PHL, MCO, NAS, SFB, EWR, PBI, FLL, SRQ, BDL, JFK, BOS, RSW, SXM, TPA, MIA, HND and SEZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Las Vegas is 2 hours behind Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
Yes, return flights from LAS to PWK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MDW and GYY. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PWK to LAS

Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PWK to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PWK to LAS ranges from 3 hours 22 minutes to 3 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,512 miles (2,434 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

79 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ENW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Chicago (MDW) and Gary (GYY).