Las Vegas to Los Angeles flights
Direct and connecting flights from McCarran International Airport (LAS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Las Vegas to Los Angeles take?
Flight time from Las Vegas (LAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?
Airline availability for LAS to LAX changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LAS to LAX varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Frontier Airlines58
- United Airlines40
- Southwest Airlines40
- American Airlines40
- TZPNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Southwest Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| American Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| TZP | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LAS → LAX
LAS to LAX is a short-haul route of 380 km (236 mi). See the return LAX → LAS route.
Alternative airports near Las Vegas: Henderson (HSH) — 12 km, Las Vegas (VGT) — 15 km, Las Vegas (LSV) — 20 km.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.