Travelling from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Las Vegas is 18 hours behind Melbourne. Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is located in Las Vegas, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to LAS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to LAS departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LAS flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LAS:
Pick up 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 to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) flight.
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Getting from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to central Las Vegas
Central Las Vegas is around 19 kilometres from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is ₹ 47,729. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 62,557. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to LAS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from Melbourne to LAS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport).
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Las Vegas. October is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your Melbourne to LAS flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Las Vegas, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 42ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Las Vegas
Start your Las Vegas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), check out our selection of hotels including:
Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas and Las Vegas Strip are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Las Vegas to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to CityCenter.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Las Vegas, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres south-west to Victorville to tick off its top attractions. From The Community pistachio grove to Get Air Trampoline Park and Scandia Family Fun Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Hesperia is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres south-west of Las Vegas. No trip is complete without visiting Deep Creek Trailhead, Hesperia Zoo and Hesperia Lake Park.
