Traveling from Philadelphia to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas taking off from either of these.
Disembark at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). This is how most airline passengers arrive in Las Vegas.
Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Philadelphia to Las Vegas flight.
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Philadelphia.
With 31 flights a week between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas with Spirit Airlines at 05:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from PHL to LAS is with Spirit Airlines at 22:08.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Philadelphia to Las Vegas flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Las Vegas
$71 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Las Vegas. A return flight starts at $165. These prices may change based on demand.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Set off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas. From PHL, you can fly directly to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Philadelphia to Las Vegas plane tickets out of PHL. Get on board with any of these:
Located around 11 kilometers from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is approximately 3 kilometers from the center of Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas. Check in to 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 your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and discover more of Las Vegas and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
May is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Las Vegas, while October is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Las Vegas based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Philadelphia to Las Vegas ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Las Vegas around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Las Vegas
Start your Las Vegas trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Las Vegas, browse our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are must-do's during your Las Vegas adventure.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometers to the south-west, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 418 kilometers south-east of Las Vegas, Phoenix is another favorite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.