Sacramento to Las Vegas (SMF–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SMF–LAS is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Frontier and Allegiant Air lead the route. The flight covers 397 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 83 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 75 | 737, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h25-1h35 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | 32Q | 1h28 | – | Y4 | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Sacramento
| Metric | SMF→LAS | CCR→LAS | SCK→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SMF | – | 55 mi | 59 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 89 | 5 | 16 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 0h 57m | 1h 19m |
| Departure OTP | 92% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SMF: PDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Sacramento, it's 6:00 PM in Las Vegas.
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.
SMF–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SMF to LAS
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier, Allegiant Air and Southwest Airlines. With 89 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SMF to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SMF to LAS ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes to 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 397 miles (639 km). There are approximately 89 weekly flights outbound and 86 return, totaling 175 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
83 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via TRM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Concord (CCR), Stockton (SCK) and Santa Rosa (STS).