Traveling from Johannesburg to Las Vegas: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Las Vegas.
Touch down at Las Vegas's major arrival point, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS).
Las Vegas is nine hours behind Johannesburg and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you make it on your Johannesburg to Las Vegas flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Las Vegas
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Johannesburg to Las Vegas flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a breeze to find a Johannesburg to Las Vegas flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Las Vegas, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is approximately 3 kilometers from the center of Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Johannesburg to Las Vegas. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Alamo and explore beyond Las Vegas's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) about one week before your travel date.
LAS is situated at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Best time to go to Las Vegas
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Las Vegas. October is the busiest month for a trip to Las Vegas. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Johannesburg to Las Vegas ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Las Vegas to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Las Vegas in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Las Vegas
Start your Las Vegas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Las Vegas, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience are highlights which should be on every Las Vegas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Las Vegas is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometers south-west of Las Vegas, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 418 kilometers south-east of Las Vegas. No journey is complete without visiting Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.