Flying from Glasgow to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is the primary arrival point in Las Vegas.
The timezone in Las Vegas is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Glasgow.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Glasgow to Las Vegas flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Las Vegas
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Glasgow to Las Vegas flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Glasgow to Las Vegas.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Glasgow to Las Vegas flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can get to PIK from central Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas? Relax in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 3 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas. Book one of these accommodation options near LAS instead:
Grab a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car and discover Las Vegas and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas. October is the most popular month to travel to Las Vegas. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your Glasgow to Las Vegas tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Las Vegas in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Las Vegas
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Las Vegas right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are popular attractions which should feature on any good Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Las Vegas has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 370 kilometres south-west of Las Vegas, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Las Vegas, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.