Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Las Vegas's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Francisco.
You can choose from 126 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flights. The 05:00 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:12.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your SFO to LAS flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), so jetting off to Las Vegas (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With a dependable 86.2% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier for SFO to LAS flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and LAS:
Monterey Regional Airport
Reno/Tahoe International Airport
Ontario International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
ج.م. 1,855 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 3,898. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SFO to LAS.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SFO to LAS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport).
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners 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 before your departure date.
Getting from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
From Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), Las Vegas is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). October is the busiest month to visit Las Vegas. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to LAS in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Las Vegas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If there's time to check out 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 highlights.
