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Transportation in Las Vegas, where to start? There are many ways to get around Las Vegas. You can take a Bus, Tram, Monorail, Ride Share, Taxi, rent a car, shuttle, Limo and more. Listed below are some of the different options. TIP: Some are free.

“Top Secret” Janet Airlines

Air Travel

Harry Reid International Airport (up to December 13, 2021 it was named McCarran International Airport) is the main commercial airport serving Southern Nevada. IATA: LAS. It is located in Paradise, Nevada about 5 miles from Downtown Las Vegas and 2-3 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. It is the 27th busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic and the 8th for aircraft movements. Over 52 million passengers travel through Harry Reid Airport annually.

The airport consists of four runways and two passenger terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Terminal 1 is composed of four concourses, namely the A, B, C, and D Gates; Terminal 3 contains the E Gates. A people mover system is in place between the post-security area of Terminal 1 and the C and D Gates, as well as between the D Gates and Terminal 3. Arrivals LINK or Departures LINK.

Tip: Harry Reid International Airport is a cashless environment when it comes to airlines. No airline takes cash at the airport. Be prepared to use a debit card, credit card, or change cash into a prepaid credit card at a kiosk that charges a $6 fee that doesn’t give change, so either use exact money or you can still use the residual for other purchases. It is a real credit card that is printed. 

Airlines serving Harry Reid Airport with the terminal (T1 is Terminal 1 and T3 is Terminal 3):

Advanced Air (T1), Aer Lingus (T3), Aeromexico (T3), Air Canada (T3), Alaska Airlines (T3), Allegiant Air (T1), American Airlines (T1), Avelo Airlines (T1), Avianca El Salvador (T3), Breeze Airways (T3), British Airways (T3), Canada Jetlines (T3), Condor (T3), Copa Airlines (T3), Delta Airlines (T1), Edelweiss Air (T3), Eurowings Discover (T3), Flair Airlines (T3), Frontier Airlines (T3), Hawaiian Airlines (T3), JetBlue Airways (T3), JSX (Charter Terminal), KLM (T3), Korean Air (T3), Norse Atlantic Airways (T3), Porter Airlines (T3), Southwest Airlines (T1), Spirit Airlines (T1), Sun Country Airlines (T3), United Airlines (T3), Virgin Atlantic (T3), Viva Aerobus (T3), Volaris (T3) and WestJet (T3).

Fun Fact: Janet Airlines has a large and highly classified fleet of passenger aircraft operated by the U.S. Air Force to transport military and contractor employees to the Nevada National Security Site (including Area 51) from a private terminal at Harry Reid Airport. Some of the Janet planes are Boeing 737-600 aircraft painted white with a red stripe. (Photo above)

Helicopter Terminals – Maverick Helicopters and Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters each operate their own terminals at Harry Reid Airport. The companies operate tours of the Las Vegas Strip, Grand Canyon, and other tourist attractions.

Aircraft Watching – Tip: There is a small parking lot on the south side of the airport, on E. Sunset Road, between Las Vegas Blvd., and S. Eastern Ave. that allows the public to watch aircraft take off, land, and listen to the aircraft radios.

Fun Fact: Harry Reid Airport is one of only two airports in the U.S. that have slot machines. The other is in Reno, Nevada.

Golden Knights RTC Bus

RTC Bus

The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) transit fleet consists of 38 routes. The Deuce transports visitors on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas. Fares for the Deuce are $4 single ride, $6 for 2 hours, $8 for 24 hours and $20 for 72 hours. Tip: This bus pass can be used on any RTC bus in Clark County Nevada.

Limo at Reid Airport

Limousines & Shuttles

Limousine companies in Las Vegas, include:

Group shuttles are an economical way to get from the airport to most major hotel/resorts. Group shuttles make multiple stops at 3-5 locations along the way. Shuttle companies in Las Vegas:

To catch a limo & shuttle from Harry Reid International Airport:

Las Vegas Car Rentals
Rental Car Center Bus

Rental Cars

Cars can be rented throughout the Las Vegas Valley, including the larger hotels and casinos, Harry Reid International Airport and in residential areas. Some of the major car rental brands include:


Harry Reid International Airport:

Tip: Always look for discount codes online before booking a rental car. If you are a member of AARP, AAA or Costco, look for deals with them. Always inspect the vehicle for damage before accepting it and try to book with a respectable company. Many car rental companies have loyalty programs. Sign up for free and skip the line getting your car. Be sure to tie your airline Frequent Flyer account to your car rental.

Tip: If visiting Las Vegas from outside the USA, think about booking in advance. Many car rentals will include the required insurance. Be sure to check if insurance is included. Many times it depends on how you book your vehicle.

Free Parking at TI

Where to park for free?

Now that you have a rental car or drove to Las Vegas it is getting tough to find a spot to park for free on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown. Don’t worry, several hotels, casinos and shopping centers still have free parking. See the Details Links for properties that offer free parking for select guests. Some include free parking for registered hotel guests, Nevada residents and higher level club members.

Downtown Las Vegas – parking is free if you dine, gamble or shop in the casino you park. Make sure to get a validation. Registered hotel guests park for free. (See players club booth for details) [The exceptions are Circa Resort & Casino. Self Parking rates are: 0-3 hours $15, 3-5 hours $20, 5+ hours $35 and lost ticket $40. Valet is $22. Free parking if you have Legend status with CLUB ONE. The D also charges, with a few exceptions.]

Off Strip Casinos – all offer free valet (if available) and self parking

Tip: If you are a member of the US Military or a Veteran you can sign up for a players card at Caesars Entertainment properties for the SALUTE Platinum card for free valet and self parking. MGM Resorts has a similar program for free self parking with the MVP program. That program gives Vets a MGM Rewards Pearl card for life.

Tip: You can apply for a Caesars Rewards VISA card (Caesars properties) or a MGM Rewards Mastercard (MGM properties) and if approved receive free parking.

Las Vegas Taxis

Taxis

There are more than ten different taxi companies in Southern Nevada regulated by the Nevada Taxicab Authority, who are responsible for issuing medallions and setting fares. Where to catch a taxi from?

Harry Reid International Airport:

Flat-Rate Prices to/from Harry Reid International Airport to the Las Vegas Strip:

Tip: On the return to the airport from the Strip inform the taxi driver that it is a flat rate and do not turn on the meter.

Hotel Casinos on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown:

Taxicabs on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown can only pick-up in designated spots, usually right by the hotel lobby. You can not hail a taxi on the Las Vegas Strip or near the Fremont Street Experience.

The rest of Las Vegas and Southern Nevada:

You need to call for a taxi, unless you are at a hotel or casino that provides taxi service. It would then be near the front desk.

Tip: If you have a problem with any driver, get the taxi company name, cab number and drivers name and call 702-486-6532. They are open 24/7 and you will be in touch with the Nevada Taxicab Authority. 

Tip: Taxis in Las Vegas charge $3 if you use a debit or credit card, so be warned.

Las Vegas Taxi Fare Estimator

Airport Sign for Rideshare
UBER & Lyft

Ride Share (Uber and Lyft)

Both Uber and Lyft have become very popular in Las Vegas in the last few years. They are usually much lower in price than a taxicab. Pick up spots:

Harry Reid International Airport:

Hotels on the Las Vegas Strip:

Tip: Go online to look for discount codes for your first ride(s) on both Uber and Lyft, the rides may be free or highly discounted. Beware during peak times they may have surge pricing.

Tip: Both Uber and Lyft do not charge a fee when you use a credit or debit card.

Las Vegas Uber Price Estimator

Las Vegas Lyft Price Estimator

Las Vegas Monorail
Las Vegas Monorail

Las Vegas Monorail

The Las Vegas Monorail runs on an elevated electric track. Trains arrive every 6-11 minutes and the line runs 3.9 miles from the MGM Grand to the SAHARA Las Vegas with seven stations, including:

Prices:

Tip: eTickets receive a discount. They can be booked HERE

Hours: Mon 7am-12am, Tue-Thu 7am-2am and Fri-Sun 7am-3am

Las Vegas Monorail Map

Mandalay Bay Tram

Free Trams 

There are several free trams connecting different hotels and casinos on the Las Vegas Strip including:

ARIA Express Tram is on an elevated electric track connecting:

The ARIA Express Tram hours are 8am-2am daily (subject to change)

Mandalay Bay Tram is on an elevated track connecting:

Tram 1 Excalibur – Luxor – Mandalay Bay hours are 10am-12am daily (subject to change)

Tram 2 Excalibur – Mandalay Bay Express Tram currently only operates on select days (subject to change)

Downtown Loop
Downtown Loop

Free Shuttles

Downtown Loop is a free shuttle servicing attractions in downtown Las Vegas including:

The Downtown Loop operates Sunday-Thursday 11am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 3-10pm. The Loop runs continuously during operating hours and arrives at each stop every 20 to 30 minutes.

Downtown Loop Route Map LINK (PDF)

Virtually, all other free shuttles have been discontinued.

Harry Reid International Airport Hotel Shuttles

Several hotels offer a shuttle to/from Harry Reid International Airport to your hotel. Most are free for hotel guests. Check with the hotel for the current schedule. These hotels include:

Harry Reid Airport Hotel Shuttle Pick-Up locations:

Terminal 1: Hotel shuttles are available on the west side of baggage claim, outside door exits 7 – 13.

Terminal 3: Hotel shuttles are located outside on Level Zero on the west end of the building to serve domestic travelers and on the east side of the building to accommodate international travelers.

Vegas Loop

The Boring Company and their Vegas Loop transportation system, is currently being constructed on a piece-by-piece basis underneath Las Vegas. They have plans to expand to over 70 stations over the next several years.

Vegas Loop is an all-electric, zero-emissions, high-speed underground public transportation system in which passengers are transported to their destination with no intermediate stops. Also known as “Teslas in Tunnels!”

Tip: See map below of future stations.

Vegas Loop Stations:

5/3/2024 Proposed Boring Vegas Loop

Excalibur-Mandalay Bay Tram
Mandalay Bay Tram Station
Deuce RTC Bus second deck
Limo at OYO Hotel & Casino
Sedan at Luxor Valet
Jet at Harry Reid Airport
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