Minneapolis to Las Vegas
3h 01m The flight from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) covers 2,087 km (1,297 miles) and takes approximately 3h 01m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads west on an initial great-circle bearing of 250°, passing near 41.0° N, 104.9° 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 48m | 4h 13m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 2h 41m | 3h 06m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 2h 19m | 2h 44m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 2h 27m | 2h 53m |
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
| MSP | LAS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | Harry Reid International Airport |
| City | Minneapolis | Las Vegas |
| Country | United States | United States |
| ICAO | KMSP | KLAS |
| Coordinates | 44.8801, -93.2217 | 36.0834, -115.1518 |
| Elevation | 841 ft | 2,181 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Las Vegas?
A non-stop flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Las Vegas (LAS) takes about 3h 01m. The great-circle distance is 2,087 km (1,297 miles, 1,127 nautical miles), flying west on an initial bearing of 250°.
How far is Minneapolis from Las Vegas?
2,087 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 1,297 miles or 1,127 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 MSP and LAS?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 2,087 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.
Other routes from Minneapolis
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.