Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 55 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas.
Vancouver (the location of Vancouver International Airport) and Las Vegas are in the same timezone — UTC-7.
With 32 flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the busiest route. WestJet operates the earliest flight at 09:05. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from YVR to LAS is with Air Canada at 21:05.
To avoid missing your YVR to Las Vegas flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas ticket. Begin your journey at YVR and touch down at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
You can choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas, such as:
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Las Vegas
$152 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas flight. A return ticket right now is $237. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from YVR to Las Vegas by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
May is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The distance from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas. Book one of these accommodation options near LAS instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and see more of Las Vegas and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week in advance of your flight from YVR to Las Vegas.
The street address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
Before you book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Las Vegas offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 42ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YVR to Las Vegas in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 13ºC.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Las Vegas right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Las Vegas:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Fountains of Bellagio, Las Vegas Strip and Fremont Street Experience are popular attractions which should be on every Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas. No journey is complete without visiting Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.