Cheap Flights to Las Vegas

Overview

Las Vegas used to be all about the gambling, but while the blackjack tables and gaming are still a huge part of the action on the infamous Strip – the 6km stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard between Russell Road and Sahara Avenue – it is now partly about the luxury. The shopping, high-end spa treatments, celebrity-chef eateries, and headliner shows are what travellers increasingly buy airline tickets to Las Vegas for.

A world-class city, Las Vegas is the only place on earth where you can view a dazzling light show that takes in an entire street, take a ride in a gondola or see a volcano erupt, all in the same day. It’s also the place to see an Eiffel Tower and Sphinx without hopping on a plane.

Beyond the glitz and the neon lights, there is plenty of nature to explore. Many travellers pencil in a visit to the Red Rock National Conservation area, Lake Mead National Recreation area and Mount Charleston, all a quick drive from the hotels and casinos.

How long is the flight to Las Vegas?

Flights to Las Vegas, Nevada from Canada range from about 2.5h-7h. The quickest flights depart from Calgary and Vancouver at about 2h-3h, whereas flights from the eastern provinces, like from Toronto, Ontario, and Montreal, Quebec, are likely to be several hours.

Where can you get direct flights to Las Vegas from?

Direct flights can be booked to Las Vegas from several cities across Canada. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Toronto Pearson, Edmonton International, Calgary International, and Vancouver International airports all service several direct flights to Las Vegas daily. The airlines that provide these direct flights are WestJet, Air Canada, and Frontier Airlines. If you book a flight that does have a stopover, you likely stop at a common layover city on flights from parts of Canada to Las Vegas, like Calgary, Seattle, and San Francisco.

How do you get from Las Vegas airport to the city centre?

Las Vegas has one major airport, McCarran International (LAS), which is about 19 km from Las Vegas’s city centre. There are several transportation options you can choose when travelling from the airport to downtown or the Strip area. Taxis operate regularly out of the airport and can take you to a destination on the central Strip for about C$24, while a taxi to downtown will cost you about C$34, both taking about 20-30 minutes. Lyft and Uber rides can also be arranged using their respective apps and may cost less than a taxi unless it’s a time of high demand.

Taking a shuttle to your downtown or Strip destination will only cost you a few dollars, though it will likely take longer than taxis and rideshares as they make stops along the way. Also, be sure to check of your hotel offers free airport shuttle service. Outside of terminals 1 and 3, you can take public buses to the Strip and downtown Las Vegas for about C$2-3 one way, about C$8 for a two-hour pass, or about C$11 for a 24-hour pass. If you intend to travel frequently in and out of the Las Vegas area, renting a car is another popular option.

What are some things to do in Las Vegas?

Las Vegas is a haven for anyone who loves casinos, a desert climate, exceptional shopping, and world-class restaurants. Most visitors enjoy spending their time at the famed casinos that often double as hotels and offer multiple dining and entertainment options, such as gondola rides at the Venetian, the fountain show at Bellagio, and rollercoasters at Circus Circus. Golf courses, thrilling nightclubs, and gourmet restaurants are also located Strip-side while taking a day trip to the Grand Canyon is a must if time allows.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Las Vegas?

Canadian citizens traveling to Las Vegas or any other city in the United States do need to carry a valid passport with them. A visa is not generally necessary if the purpose of your trip is for business or tourism, although if the intention of your trip is for immigration or investment purposes, a visa will be needed.

Las Vegas climate

Las Vegas has a classic desert climate. Temperatures hit 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) during the summer months and it can be humid. Spring and fall are considered ideal times to take cheap flights to Las Vegas. The temperatures are mild. Winters are mild too.

Las Vegas airport overview

Located five miles (8km) south of Las Vegas’s central business district, McCarran International Airport (LAS) is the largest airport serving the notorious Sin City, handling a whopping 40 million passengers each year.

Flights to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport come from all over the world. However, the most popular routes are short domestic flights from US cities such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Phoenix, Chicago and Salt Lake City.

The facilities at McCarran are good, and staff members are friendly and efficient. The newer – and smaller – Terminal 2 has less to occupy your time and fewer places to sit, which can get annoying at peak times. Other than that there are few complaints to be made about the airport, so relax and try your luck at the slots while you wait for your flight.