Austin to Las Vegas
2h 36m The flight from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) covers 1,752 km (1,088 miles) and takes approximately 2h 36m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north-west on an initial great-circle bearing of 297°, passing near 33.4° N, 106.1° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 3h 11m | 3h 36m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 15m | 2h 40m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 57m | 2h 22m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 04m | 2h 29m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| AUS | LAS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Austin Bergstrom International Airport | Harry Reid International Airport |
| City | Austin | Las Vegas |
| Country | United States | United States |
| ICAO | KAUS | KLAS |
| Coordinates | 30.1975, -97.662 | 36.0834, -115.1518 |
| Elevation | 542 ft | 2,181 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Austin to Las Vegas?
A non-stop flight from Austin (AUS) to Las Vegas (LAS) takes about 2h 36m. The great-circle distance is 1,752 km (1,088 miles, 946 nautical miles), flying north-west on an initial bearing of 297°.
How far is Austin from Las Vegas?
1,752 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,088 miles or 946 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between AUS and LAS?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,752 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.