Raleigh/Durham to Las Vegas (RDU–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RDU–LAS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,021 miles in approximately 5h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 148 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 8 | 7M8, B38M | 5h05 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 739 | 5h05 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Raleigh/Durham
| Metric | RDU→LAS | GSO→LAS | USA→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RDU | – | 66 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 5m | 4h 48m | 4h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
RDU: EDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 3:00 PM in Las Vegas.
No rail connection exists. GoTriangle Route 100 (RDU Express) runs from the Durham Station Transportation Center and downtown Raleigh to the airport for $2.25; takes 35–50 minutes but service is limited in the evenings and does not run all night.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Raleigh: $20–30, 20–25 minutes. From Durham: $18–25, 15–20 minutes. Taxis: $30–40. Long-term parking from $7/day in Economy lots with shuttle service. I-40 provides direct access to both Raleigh and Durham.
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.
RDU–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RDU to LAS
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
RDU to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RDU to LAS ranges from 5 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,021 miles (3,253 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
148 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MKC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Greensboro (GSO), Concord (USA) and Wilmington (ILM).