Travelling from Houston to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Las Vegas. Explore the options for taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is where you'll disembark in Las Vegas.
The average duration of a direct Houston to Las Vegas flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Houston.
With 59 weekly flights between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Houston to Las Vegas with Spirit Airlines at 05:38. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from IAH to LAS is with Spirit Airlines at 22:44.
To ensure you get on your Houston to Las Vegas flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at security and check-in. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise move.
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 $75. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $159. 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)
You can catch a direct flight from Houston to Las Vegas taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Start your journey at IAH and end it at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Houston to Las Vegas plane tickets out of IAH. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Las Vegas? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Rather fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Houston to Las Vegas, seamlessly connecting you to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
From HOU, you can book a direct Houston to Las Vegas plane ticket with Southwest Airlines.
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to Las Vegas? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving right on cue.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving 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 10 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Las Vegas, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Explore without limits with a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and discover more of Las Vegas and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week ahead of your trip.
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 (73ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Houston to Las Vegas ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Houston to Las Vegas around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
After booking your flight from Houston to Las Vegas, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Las Vegas:
Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are just two of the top attractions to put on your Las Vegas to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Fremont Street Experience.
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.