Raleigh/Durham to Las Vegas (RDU–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.
RDU–LAS is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,021 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 3 | 73H, B38M | 4h40-4h45 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| KAI KAI | 1 | 737 | 4h39 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Raleigh/Durham
| Metric | RDU→LAS | GSO→LAS | LYH→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RDU | – | 66 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 40m | 4h 48m | 5h 23m |
| 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 Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RDU to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RDU to LAS is about 4 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,021 miles (3,253 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 11 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, St. Louis Lambert and Kansas City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Greensboro (GSO), Lynchburg (LYH) and Concord (USA).