Las Vegas

1. Las Vegas's AirportsLas Vegas is served by Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) - formerly McCarran International Airport. The airport is located in Paradise, Nevada and is about 5 miles (8 km) south of Downtown Las Vegas.Many major airlines - including American Airlines, Delta, British Airways, KLM and Korean Air - fly to and from Harry Reid International Airport. Direct international flights are most popular from Toronto, Calgary, Mexico City Vancouver and London.The most convenient way of getting to the Las Vegas Strip from the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are the shuttle buses, taking you to the various hotels and casinos from terminals 1 and 3. Shuttle buses cost around US$9.50 One-Way or $17.50 round-trip per person, and take between 30 and 50 mins on average. Alternatively, you could take the Showtime Tours or Best Airline Shuttles towards the city. There are also public buses at terminal 1 that will bring you to the Vegas Strip, which typically costs around US$18.Other convenient ways of getting to the city from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) are taxis, rental cars and ride shares available outside. Taxis from the airport to the Las Vegas Strip are around US$20.The other airport in Las Vegas is North Las Vegas Airport (VGT). This is primarily used for domestic tours and helicopter rides rather than domestic or international travel.2. Getting Around Las Vegas (Transportation to downtown)Unlike many other major cities, the airport in Las Vegas is located centrally, ensuring easy travel to wherever you’re likely to stay. Harry Reid International Airport (formerly McCarran International Airport) is located 5 miles (8 km) south of Downtown Las Vegas, and a stone’s throw from the famous ‘Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas’ sign.The Las Vegas Monorail is a great way to get around the city hassle-free. A 3.9 mile (6.3 km) automated monorail, it’s located adjacent to the Las Vegas Strip, meaning easy access to several of the large casinos in the area. A one ride ticket costs US$5 and unlimited ride tickets for 1 and 3 days can be purchased with cash or credit card at the ticket booths. QR-coded tickets may be purchased online and scanned at the gates. Passengers aged 5 and under ride free.RTC buses run a route along Las Vegas Boulevard 24/7, and roughly 5.30am–1.30am elsewhere. The RTC bus costs US$2 per route, and you can also purchase 2-hour and 24-hour passes. For US$20 you get a 3-day All Access Pass. Tickets and passes can be purchased on-board Deuce Vehicles, at select ticket vending machines or on the rideRTC app.Throughout Las Vegas there are also other shuttle buses between hotels and casinos, as well as numerous taxis. You can hail taxis on the street throughout the city, but there are pre-booked and ride-share services available too.If you want to travel in style, limousines are a popular choice. The ride options vary from the basic black stretch limo to huge SUVs with hot tubs and disco balls if you really want to get the party started.