Travelling from Las Vegas to Dubai: what you need to know
Las Vegas's main base, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Las Vegas to Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's major gateways.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai 11 hours ahead of Las Vegas.
To ensure you make it on your Las Vegas to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
If you're heading away during a peak month like October, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Dubai
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Las Vegas to Dubai flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Las Vegas to Dubai is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and bag an awesome deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Las Vegas to Dubai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Las Vegas to Dubai flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Las Vegas to Dubai flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Las Vegas to LAS takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Las Vegas to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport):
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82.07% of flights that take off from LAS arrive at their destination without delay.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Las Vegas to Dubai. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your Las Vegas to Dubai flight.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 40 kilometres from central Dubai. After your flight from Las Vegas to Dubai, it takes approximately 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to DWC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Las Vegas to Dubai:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Las Vegas to Dubai. January is the busiest month to visit Dubai. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Las Vegas to Dubai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Dubai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Dubai, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are top sights which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
