Tampa to Las Vegas (TPA–LAS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
TPA–LAS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,981 miles in approximately 4h 48m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 19 | 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 4h35-4h50 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 5 | – | – | – | Y4 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Las Vegas from Tampa
| Metric | TPA→LAS | PIE→LAS | SRQ→LAS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TPA | – | 10 mi | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 19 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 48m | 3h 53m | 4h 9m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
TPA: EDT · LAS: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Tampa, it's 3:00 PM in Las Vegas.
No rail link exists to TPA. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Tampa cost $20–30 and take 15–25 minutes. The HART bus network serves the airport but is infrequent and poorly suited to flight timing.Taxis from downtown run $25–35. From St. Petersburg, expect $45–60 via the Howard Frankland Bridge. Parking at TPA is well-organized: economy lots from $8/day, garages from $12/day, with a free automated people mover connecting the main terminal to parking garages.
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.
TPA–LAS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TPA to LAS
Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines and Frontier. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
TPA to LAS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TPA to LAS is about 4 hours 48 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,981 miles (3,187 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 41 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Louis Armstrong New Orleans, Dallas Love Field and William P. Hobby. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pinellas Park (PIE), Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) and Punta Gorda (PGD).