Flying from Houston to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Las Vegas taking off from either of these.
When it comes to where you'll disembark, Las Vegas's chief entry point is Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
The average time for a direct Houston to Las Vegas flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Las Vegas is two hours behind Houston and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
With 59 flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Houston to Las Vegas with Spirit Airlines at 05:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from IAH to LAS is with Spirit Airlines at 22:28.
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 catch your Houston to Las Vegas flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Las Vegas
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Las Vegas is ر.ق. 120. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 240. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Houston to Las Vegas flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Houston to Las Vegas is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Las Vegas. From IAH, you can land directly at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Houston to Las Vegas plane tickets with departures from IAH, including:
Located around 21 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Las Vegas? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can take a nonstop flight from Houston to Las Vegas departing from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Begin your travels at HOU and hop off the plane at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Southwest Airlines offers direct Houston to Las Vegas plane tickets from HOU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Las Vegas:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport are known for their punctuality, with 81% of them touching down on schedule.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 3 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Houston to Las Vegas, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Pick up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car and discover Las Vegas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
May is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Las Vegas, while October is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Las Vegas based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Houston to Las Vegas ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Las Vegas around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Las Vegas right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Houston to Las Vegas:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are highlights which should be on every Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, consider Phoenix, about 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are the start of reasons to visit.
