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5 things you didn't know about Harry Reid International
Verified by the CompareFlights team- 1Harry Reid International was originally Alamo Airport, built in 1942 on a former WWII auxiliary military base. It was renamed McCarran in 1968, then Harry Reid in 2021 — ending the McCarran honorific over a controversial Senate record.
- 2LAS is the only major US airport with slot machines installed at gates and in the baggage claim — more than 1,300 machines collectively, generating over $30 million in annual revenue for the airport.
- 3The terminal's central atrium features 18-foot-tall LED ceiling installations showing Las Vegas Strip landmarks — the largest LED ceiling display in any US transportation hub.
- 4LAS sits 5 miles south of the central Strip — close enough that you can see Bellagio's fountain show from the airfield approach on a clear evening.
- 5Over 28% of all flights to Las Vegas originate from California alone — making LAS the most California-dependent gateway hub in the US.
Frequently asked about LAS
Which terminal does Southwest use at LAS?
Southwest operates from Terminal 1 (Concourses B and C). Southwest is by far the largest carrier at LAS by daily flights and dominates the C Gates. Check-in is at Terminal 1 Level 1; security and gates are upstairs. Through-passengers cannot transit airside to Terminal 3 from Southwest gates.
How early should I arrive at LAS for an international flight?
Three hours before departure is recommended for international flights from Terminal 3. Domestic departures during morning peak (4am-7am) often produce long security queues, so two hours is the minimum even for short domestic hops. LAS has no consolidated rental car centre on the terminal property — add time for the rental return shuttle.
Are there really slot machines in LAS?
Yes — LAS has hundreds of slot machines spread across both terminals, both before and after security. They are operated under Nevada gaming regulations and are part of what makes LAS distinctive. Most travellers find the slots more atmospheric than financially rewarding.
What's the cheapest way from LAS to the Strip?
RTC Route 109 bus at $2 (or $6 for a 24-hour pass) is the cheapest, transferring at the South Strip Transfer Terminal. Shared shuttles run $10-15 to most Strip hotels. Rideshare averages $20-30 to mid-Strip and is usually the best speed-to-cost compromise.
Is there a hotel inside LAS?
There is no hotel inside the terminals. The closest properties are a few minutes' shuttle or rideshare from the airport — the Marriott Renaissance Las Vegas, Hyatt Place Las Vegas Airport and others. Most Strip resorts are 5-15 minutes by car.