Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 13 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas.
Las Vegas and San Diego (where San Diego International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
With 224 flights a week between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from SAN to LAS is with Spirit Airlines at 22:40.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from SAN to Las Vegas.
Flying during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Las Vegas are available for booking. Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) is where you'll disembark.
Direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas are offered by numerous airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
When flying within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring some kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas, make sure your ID is up to date.
SAN is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Las Vegas
₹ 1,683 is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas. Return flights start at ₹ 3,389. These prices may change based on demand.
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May is the cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) is around 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAS:
Best time to go to Las Vegas
October is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas. To avoid the crowds, travel to Las Vegas in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Las Vegas is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Las Vegas in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from SAN to Las Vegas around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Las Vegas
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Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Las Vegas must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Fremont Street Experience.
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