Las Vegas travel guide

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You're Going to Love Las Vegas

With a population of 13.753, Las Vegas is a must-see destination in New Mexico, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Las Vegas to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Las Vegas

When to visit Las Vegas

Las Vegas in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Las Vegas in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Las Vegas in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Las Vegas, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Las Vegas

Plane

Although Las Vegas doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Fe (SAF), which is located 78 km from Las Vegas. Albuquerque Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Las Vegas departs from Denver and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

The train station in Las Vegas is called Las Vegas, and is located 1.0 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Las Vegas is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 141 km from Las Vegas. You’ll find branches of Ace and Hertz, among others, in Albuquerque.

Plane

Although Las Vegas doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Fe (SAF), which is located 78 km from Las Vegas. Albuquerque Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Las Vegas departs from Denver and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

The train station in Las Vegas is called Las Vegas, and is located 1.0 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Las Vegas is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 141 km from Las Vegas. You’ll find branches of Ace and Hertz, among others, in Albuquerque.

Airports near Las Vegas

Airlines serving Las Vegas

Lufthansa
Good (4,588 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (921 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,426 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,548 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,925 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,485 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,693 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,485 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,616 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,529 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (774 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (456 reviews)
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Where to stay in Las Vegas

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Las Vegas, An IHG Hotel and Best Western Plus Montezuma Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Las Vegas

Most booked hotels in Las Vegas

Historic Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1319 reviews)
$111+
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Las Vegas, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 241 reviews)
$187+
Super 8 by Wyndham Las Vegas
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 226 reviews)
$108+
Best Western Plus Montezuma Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.5, 169 reviews)
$134+
Days Inn by Wyndham Las Vegas
2 stars
Good (6.9, 419 reviews)
$104+
Travelodge by Wyndham Las Vegas NM
2 stars
Okay (5.7, 175 reviews)
$63+

Renting a car in Las Vegas

Expect to pay $3.86 per gallon in Las Vegas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.33 and $61.78.

Expect to pay $3.86 per gallon in Las Vegas (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.33 and $61.78.