Las Vegas, Nevada: Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Once your trade show in Las Vegas, NV has ended and you’ve had your fill of the glitz and glamour of the world-famous Strip, get over to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) for the trip home. This airport’s roster includes over 30 airlines and has served as many as 57 million passengers in a single year—and since it’s in Las Vegas, there are plenty of entertaining things to do to occupy the time as you wait for your flight.
Travel Times and Insider Tips
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It’s only about a three-mile drive from the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Mandalay Bay Convention Center to the airport, so give yourself about 15 minutes to commute from your trade show venue to LAS.
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Some places inside the airport are smoking-friendly.
Top Places to Eat
If you didn’t get enough Las Vegas flavor while in town for your trade show, this airport gives you ample opportunity. Enjoy a meal at the Las Vegas Chophouse & Brewery or the Vegas Born Bar & Grill, which celebrates the city’s professional hockey team.
If you’re not in a steak or sports mood, check out the burgers and shakes at Ruby’s Diner or snack on some pub grub at Village Pub.
Things to Do
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Take one last spin at any of the nearly 1400 slot machines or sit down and play inside one of the airport’s full gaming lounges.
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Learn about Nevada’s flight history at the on-site Aviation Museum.
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Enjoy the lights and pick up some souvenirs at the LAS Neon Museum.
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Take a group class or just enjoy some “you time” with a day pass at ZEROlevel Fitness.
Souvenirs and Other Things to Buy
If you didn’t have time to shop for your family and friends back home during your Las Vegas trade show, don’t worry—the Harry Reid International Airport has plenty of opportunities. Pick up some gifts at the Welcome to Las Vegas store or The Raider Image and treat your young ones to a toy from a Lego vending machine. To satisfy your sweet tooth, bring home some candy from Ethel M. Chocolates or the Sugar Factory.
Oddities and Fun Facts
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There are only 2 airports in the U.S. with slot machines: the Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas and the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, also located in Nevada.
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If you’ve visited Las Vegas before but this airport’s name doesn’t sound familiar, it’s for good reason. It was renamed in 2021, having previously been known as McCarran International Airport.
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Harry Reid Airport reportedly prepares for higher cancellation rates than other airports because of the large number of travelers who gamble.