Travelling from Glasgow to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is where you'll be arriving in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Las Vegas 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. That way, you can comfortably board your Glasgow to Las Vegas flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights 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)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Glasgow to Las Vegas flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
GLA is about 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas, unwind in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The distance from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas is approximately 10 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAS:
Grab a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car and discover Las Vegas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around one week ahead of your departure.
You'll find LAS 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 to 42ºC.
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 and 13ºC on average.
More about Las Vegas
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Las Vegas, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Las Vegas:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are attractions you won't want to skip in Las Vegas.
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.
