Travelling from Columbus to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Las Vegas taking off from either of these bases.
When it comes to where you'll touch down, Las Vegas's primary entry point is Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Columbus to Las Vegas flight.
Las Vegas is three hours behind Columbus and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 12 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Columbus to Las Vegas is with Spirit Airlines at 22:50. Choose the first CMH to LAS departure with Southwest Airlines at 05:00 to make the most of your arrival in Las Vegas.
Leave enough time to get on your Columbus to Las Vegas flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at security and check-in. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Las Vegas
Right now, $120 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Las Vegas. The cheapest price for a return flight is $241. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap Columbus to Las Vegas flights, book your trip two months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Columbus to Las Vegas is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
You can get a direct flight from Columbus to Las Vegas taking off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Begin your trip at CMH and end it at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Southwest Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Columbus to Las Vegas plane tickets leaving from CMH.
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Columbus to Las Vegas or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to LAS if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Las Vegas. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car and explore Las Vegas and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week ahead of your Columbus to Las Vegas flight.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
October is the most popular month for flights from Columbus to Las Vegas. To avoid the crowds, head to Las Vegas in May.
Book a Columbus to Las Vegas ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Las Vegas to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Las Vegas around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
Start your Las Vegas trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Columbus to Las Vegas, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are just two of the major attractions to add to your Las Vegas itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fremont Street Experience.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Las Vegas, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 370 kilometres south-west to Los Angeles to tick off its top sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, consider Phoenix, about 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among the biggest draws.