San Diego to Las Vegas (SAN–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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San Diego to Las Vegas
4 carriers, 244 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines
244 Flights/wk
259 mi
0h 52m nonstop
100 1-stop hubs
SAN–LAS is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 259 miles in approximately 0h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 100 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop SAN–LAS service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| WN Southwest Airlines | 144 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h12-1h35 | – | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 68 | E75, E75L | 1h23-1h38 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 17 | 20N, 32N, 32Q | 1h29-1h31 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 14 | E7W | 1h36 | SkyTeam | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SAN to LAS direction.
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39
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
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Afternoon/evening departures
54
Nonstop flights
244
Outbound / wk
224
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SAN to LAS.
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One-Stop Connections
100
Hubs
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Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,635
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.
Reliability
On-Time Performance
What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SAN → LAS
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
93%
Arriving
69%
Return
LAS → SAN
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
Arriving
84%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
SAN delays → LAS delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from San Diego
Nearby airports with service to Harry Reid International Airport.
| Metric | SAN→LAS | CLD→LAS | SNA→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAN | – | 28 mi | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 244 | 18 | 175 |
| Flight time | 0h 52m | 0h 48m | 0h 41m |
| Departure OTP | 93% | – | – |
Carlsbad (CLD) to Las Vegas flights · Santa Ana (SNA) to Las Vegas flights · Palm Springs (PSP) to Las Vegas flights
Airports within 200 miles of SAN with service to Harry Reid International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Las Vegas is 0 hours
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San Diego.
SAN: PDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas.
SAN: PDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas.
Distance & Flight Time
259 mi / 417 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 52m to 1h 38m.
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.
Facts
SAN–LAS Quick Facts
Key statistics for the San Diego to Las Vegas route.
Route details
Distance259 mi / 417 km
Flight time0h 52m to 1h 38m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights244 out / 224 return
1-stop connections100 hubs
Origin: SAN
Full nameSan Diego International Airport
IATA / ICAOSAN / KSAN
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr25.6M
Elevation17 ft / 5 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 SAN to LAS flights.
Nonstop flights from San Diego International Airport to Harry Reid International Airport take approximately 0h 52m to 1h 38m. The route covers 259 miles.
4 airlines operate nonstop service: Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier and Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 244 nonstop flights per week from SAN to LAS. The return direction has about 224 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through UDD, TRM, SCF, SBA, NUQ, SBP, SAF, RIL, APC, HDN, SUN, EGE, JAC, BFI, FTW, DWH, SJD, OKC, TMB, APF, PBI, OPF, RDU, ANC, ABE, BED, TEB, MFR, LAX, MSY, DFW, FAT, COS, TUS, RNO, SFO, PAE, PHX, OAK, SLC, SMF, KOA, ELP, DEN, MRY, PSP, SJC, PIT, ABQ, HOU, ATL, SAT, IND, MSP, BOI, EUG, GEG, SEA, RDM, STS, BNA, STL, OMA, BZN, DAL, AUS, IAH, PDX, MCO, LIH, CMH, ORD, MCI, MDW, YYC, CLT, TUL, MKE, TPA, JFK, BOS, AMS, PHL, BWI, YVR, DTW, OGG, MIA, EWR, LHR, IAD, PTY, CMA, HNL, HCR, DCA, YYZ, TRK, PVR and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from LAS to SAN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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.
Block time is about 1 hour 5 to 1 hour 15 minutes. The distance is only 260 miles. Some flights clock under an hour gate-to-gate with favorable winds. Boarding and taxi take longer than the cruise portion of the flight.
Southwest, Spirit, and Frontier all operate nonstop SAN-LAS. Southwest has the most daily departures. Combined, expect 8 to 12 nonstop options per day depending on the day of the week. Weekend frequencies increase, especially Friday afternoon and Sunday evening.
The drive is about 330 miles via I-15 and takes 4.5 to 5 hours without stops. Factor in airport time on both ends and the flight saves roughly 2 to 3 hours total. Driving makes more sense if you are traveling with a group or want a car in Las Vegas. Friday afternoon I-15 traffic through Barstow can add an hour or more.
San Diego (SAN) has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles Southwest. Terminal 2 handles most other carriers including Spirit and Frontier. The terminals are connected airside past security. SAN is directly adjacent to downtown, so ground transport is fast. The rental car center is across the road with a shuttle.
San Diego to Las Vegas: The Weekend Escape Route
SAN-LAS is one of the shortest and most popular leisure routes on the West Coast. The flight covers 260 miles in just over an hour. Southwest carries the most passengers, with Spirit and Frontier adding low-cost competition. Expect 8 to 12 daily nonstop frequencies, skewing higher on Fridays and Sundays. The route is overwhelmingly leisure-driven, with Las Vegas conventions adding some midweek business traffic. Fares fluctuate sharply by day of week and season, with holiday weekends and major Vegas events pushing prices well above baseline.
Ground Alternatives and Airport Notes
The I-15 drive between San Diego and Las Vegas is a realistic competitor to flying. At 4.5 to 5 hours, it eliminates airport overhead and provides a car on arrival. Many San Diego residents drive for weekend trips and fly only when time is tight. Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is on the Strip's south end, putting most hotels within a 10 to 20 minute taxi or rideshare. San Diego's airport (SAN) sits right next to downtown with a single runway, which occasionally causes departure delays during peak hours. The New Terminal 1 project, currently under construction, will expand capacity significantly once complete.