Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 18 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas.
Las Vegas is 7 hours behind London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Las Vegas operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS) is the most popular route, with 20 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from LHR to LAS is with British Airways at 17:15. Go for the first departure operated by Virgin Atlantic at 14:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from LHR to Las Vegas, allow 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 rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can reserve a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas. Start your trip at LHR and land at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS).
Book your seat with Virgin Atlantic. This popular carrier operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LHR to Las Vegas. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before flying.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Las Vegas
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas is $525. The cheapest price for a return flight is $948. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to Las Vegas.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for flight tickets from LHR to Las Vegas every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
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 your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near LAS if you're catching a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Las Vegas
October is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Las Vegas in May when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LHR to Las Vegas in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Las Vegas
After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Las Vegas:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are top sights which should feature on every Las Vegas itinerary.
Complete your Las Vegas trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Las Vegas and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Las Vegas.