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Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 5 miles south of the Strip, processes over 50 million passengers annually. The airport has its own slot machines (as is traditional), multiple restaurants, and one of the most efficient ground transportation setups of any major American airport.
Arrival: Strip Access
- Uber/Lyft — $18–30 to the Strip. Pick up at designated rideshare areas on Level 2 (Terminal 1) or Level 2 (Terminal 3).
- Taxi — $25–35 to most Strip hotels. Official taxi queue outside baggage claim.
- Resort shuttles — Many hotels offer shuttle service ($10–20 per person). Slower but cheaper for groups.
- Car rental — On-site facilities, generally 15–20 minutes from deplaning to car.
The Airport Slot Machines
LAS has slot machines in both terminals — a genuine Nevada tradition. The machines in the airport are tightly programmed (the return rate is not disclosed but assumed to be lower than casino floor standards). Treat them as a novelty, not a gambling opportunity.
Departure: What to Know
- TSA PreCheck lines are typically 5–10 minutes; standard lines run 20–45 minutes on peak days
- Arrive 2 hours before domestic, 3 hours before international
- Friday and Sunday afternoons are the busiest departure periods
- The Terminal 3 D gates have better food options than Terminal 1