About the Las Vegas to Los Angeles route
Las Vegas to Los Angeles is one of the shortest busy routes in the West, and Southwest flies it nonstop several times a day. Southwest lists an average of about 1 hour 17 minutes for the 236-mile hop, with no time zone change.
| From | Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) |
|---|---|
| To | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) |
| Nonstop airline | Southwest Airlines (other airlines may also fly this route; your search shows them all) |
| Typical nonstop time | about 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Travel documents | REAL ID-compliant ID or passport for domestic flights |
Schedule details checked October 2026 from published airline schedules. Times change by season; the live search above always shows the current schedule.
Before you book
- Southwest also flies from Las Vegas to other Los Angeles-area airports such as Burbank, Long Beach and Orange County. If you're staying outside central LA, one of them may be quicker.
- On a flight this short, the time at the airport matters more than the flight. Weekend afternoons leaving Las Vegas are often the busiest at security.
- Southwest's bag and seating policies have changed recently. Check what your fare includes on the result before booking.
Read up on Southwest fares
Common questions
How long is the nonstop flight from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?
Southwest Airlines flies this route nonstop in about 1 hour 15 minutes, based on published schedules checked in October 2026. Exact times for your date show when you search.
Can I book Southwest flights from Las Vegas to Los Angeles with SlickFlight?
Yes. SlickFlight is an independent travel agency that sells tickets on Southwest and other airlines. Search above for live fares, or a SlickFlight travel planner can book the trip with you by phone. Changes to tickets bought directly from Southwest are handled by Southwest.
How long is the Southwest flight from Las Vegas to Los Angeles?
Southwest lists an average of about 1 hour 17 minutes for the 236-mile nonstop, and about 1 hour 16 minutes from LAX back to Las Vegas.
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