Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS): what you need to know
Las Vegas is 18 hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Your SYD to LAS flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SYD and LAS include:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Right now, C$499 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,050. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to LAS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to LAS.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SYD:
Arriving at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAS if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Las Vegas and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week before travelling.
Getting from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Las Vegas. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). October is the busiest month to head to Las Vegas. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to LAS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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