Cheap Flights from Las Vegas Harry Reid International to Los Angeles International

Flying from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

• On average, direct flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport take 1 hour 19 minutes. Los Angeles and Las Vegas are in the same timezone (UTC-7), so you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.

• There are 415 flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport each week.

• Peak months like October or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.

• If you're off to Los Angeles, United States, you'll have a good range of direct flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport to pick from. Top airlines for the LAS - LAX route are:

  • Spirit Airlines

  • Frontier Airlines

  • United Airlines

  • American Airlines

  • Delta Air Lines

• If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAS and LAX:

  • Reno/Tahoe International Airport

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

  • San Diego International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport is R 355. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 725. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

• Get cheap tickets from LAS to LAX by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

• May is the cheapest month for tickets from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

• Finding a cheap ticket from LAS to LAX couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has fallen.

• Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)

• Travelling from central Las Vegas to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

• Catching an early flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LAS:

  • Ellis Island Hotel

  • GetAways at the Jockey Club

  • Knights Inn Las Vegas

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you're on a late flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • La Quinta by Wyndham LAX

  • Ramada by Wyndham Hawthorne/LAX

  • Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

• Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.

• It typically takes 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• The quietest month for a flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

• Book your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Los Angeles during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.

• Look for cheap tickets from LAS to LAX in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.

More about Los Angeles

• Start your Los Angeles trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LAS to LAX, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • Heaven on Downtown LA

  • Holiday Inn Express Los Angeles Downtown West, an IHG Hotel

  • LAs Premier Apartments

• Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental

• Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Los Angeles escape.