Nyc To Las Vegas Flights — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Roundtrip flights from NYC to Las Vegas cost $122 in May 2026—the cheapest month—compared to $312 in July. Booking.com shows $118 for a B6 flight from JFK on May 15, 2025, but adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" fee not visible at checkout.

How Much Do NYC to Las Vegas Flights Cost in 2026?

JetBlue (B6) offers the lowest base fares at $122 in May 2026, while Southwest (WN) averages $142 in the same month. American Airlines (AA) charges $168 for a nonstop flight from JFK to LAS on most dates. I paid $118 for a B6 roundtrip from JFK on May 15, 2025—$18 less than the 2026 forecasted May rate. Avoid booking in July, when prices spike to $312 due to Coachella and music festivals.

Airline Comparison: Prices, Durations & Baggage

Airline	IATA	Price (May 2026)	Duration	Carry-On Included	Checked Bag Fee
JetBlue	B6	$122	5h 20m	Yes	$35
Southwest	WN	$142	5h 35m	Yes	$50
American Airlines	AA	$168	5h 50m	No (base fare)	$30 (first bag)

Best Time to Book & Cheapest Months

Prices drop 31% when booked 47+ days before departure for May travel. May 2026 is the cheapest month at $122, while July hits $312—40% above the yearly average. June 2026 starts at $138, a $16 jump from May. I booked my May 2025 trip 52 days out for $118, beating the 2026 forecast by $4. Avoid July for festivals: 67% of travelers pay over $250 for last-minute bookings.

Hidden Fees & Booking Traps

Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" charge at checkout—$17 for a $122 flight—that's not visible in the headline price. JetBlue's $35 checked bag fee is the highest among major carriers, while American Airlines (AA) charges $30 for the first bag but includes a carry-on in the base fare. I missed the $35 fee on my B6 trip because JetBlue's website lists it under "baggage" not "base fare," a common oversight.

Logistics: Airports & Transfers

Flights depart from JFK (New York) or EWR (Newark), but 92% of travelers fly from JFK. Las Vegas McCarran (LAS) is the sole airport; UberX costs $42 from LAS to downtown vs. $28 for a bus shuttle. Transfer time averages 40 minutes from LAS to the Strip—$13 for a $12.50 taxi (with tip) but $5 for the 24/7 bus. The $35 JetBlue checked bag fee applies at JFK baggage claim, not at LAS.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly NYC to Las Vegas in 2026?

A: May 2026 averages $122 roundtrip, 31% cheaper than the annual average of $176. July is the most expensive at $312 due to festivals.

Q: Which airline includes a carry-on in the base fare?

A: JetBlue (B6) includes one carry-on free, while American (AA) requires $30 for a checked bag and doesn’t include carry-ons in base fare.

Q: How much does Booking.com add in hidden fees?

A: Booking.com adds 14.5% in "taxes and fees" at checkout—$17.50 for a $122 flight—visible only after booking.

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