Harry Reid Gains 15 Points, Holds Fifth-Place Rank
Harry Reid International Airport held fifth place among mega airports in J.D. Power’s 2026 study. Its score rose 15 points while construction continued.
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Wind and FAA Forecasts Put Las Vegas Flights Under Pressure
Wind and low clouds disrupted flights at Harry Reid on Sunday, helping push nationwide delays to 4,182. The FAA forecast possible programs at major airports on Monday evening, but had not confirmed restrictions.
United Airlines launches Tokyo flights for CES 2027 surge
United Airlines will run three round-trip flights between Tokyo/Narita and Las Vegas in January 2027 for CES, with departures set before and after the tech show. The move targets a spike in international demand.
Smoke Grounds Southwest Flight at Las Vegas Airport
A Southwest Boeing 737 MAX 8 was sidelined at Harry Reid International after smoke billowed from its right main landing gear, forcing a long delay and a last-minute aircraft swap for Chicago passengers.
Las Vegas Hotel Discounts Fail to Boost August Visitor Numbers
Las Vegas saw its lowest hotel rates of 2026 in August but still recorded a 4.3% drop in visitation compared to last year, with midweek occupancy falling below 70%
East Coast cable cut triggers delays for Las Vegas flights
A construction accident in New Jersey sliced through a key FAA cable, causing delays for flights between Las Vegas and the Northeast. Harry Reid International kept running, but travelers faced missed connections and late arrivals.
Las Vegas Sees Fewer Visitors as Rising Costs Squeeze Budget Travelers
Las Vegas visitation is down 7.5 percent, with sharp drops among young adults and Canadians. Higher prices and airfare are keeping lower income travelers away, even as spending per visitor rises.
Rising Airfare Forces Las Vegas Visitors to Rethink Trip Budgets
Las Vegas airfare remains lower than most major U.S. cities, but volatile ticket prices and higher travel costs are changing how visitors plan, spend, and experience the city in 2025.
Delta Air Lines to Cut Five Las Vegas and New York Routes This Winter
Delta will end five nonstop routes affecting Las Vegas and New York City airports between November and December, citing lower winter demand and shifting travel patterns for Southern Nevada visitors
Labor Day Traffic Expected to Slow I-15 at Nevada-California Border
Heavy congestion is forecast on Interstate 15 between Southern Nevada and Southern California as travelers return from Las Vegas on Labor Day, with peak delays expected midday near the state line. Gas prices remain elevated for the holiday weekend.
Significant Other Kitchen and Cocktails to Open Near Harry Reid Airport
Significant Other Kitchen and Cocktails, a new all-day restaurant and bar, is set to open in Paradise across from Harry Reid International Airport this October, bringing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and craft cocktails to 1725 E Sunset Rd.
Nevada Approves Driverless Rides for Tesla, Waymo and Uber in Las Vegas
Tesla Robotaxi, Waymo and Uber’s Aviari have received approval to operate driverless passenger vehicles in Clark County, including Las Vegas, with fleet limits and regulatory conditions. Service must begin within 120 days of permit issuance.
Tokyo Nonstop Flights Emerge as Top Priority for Las Vegas Airport
With Qantas launching Sydney service in December and Air France flying to Paris, Las Vegas airport and tourism leaders are now focused on securing direct flights to Tokyo, with future ambitions for routes to the Middle East and Asia.
Spirit Airlines exit and Canadian slowdown hit Las Vegas tourism
Las Vegas saw an 8% drop in domestic air travel and a 13% decline internationally in fiscal 2026, with Spirit Airlines' closure and fewer Canadian visitors driving the downturn at Harry Reid International Airport.
Volaris Adds Nonstop Las Vegas–Querétaro Flights Starting December 2026
Volaris will launch direct service between Harry Reid International Airport and Querétaro Intercontinental Airport on December 4, 2026, expanding nonstop options for travelers between Las Vegas and Mexico’s Bajío region
Delta, FAA Investigate Rogue Wi-Fi on Las Vegas Flight After DEF CON
Delta Air Lines and federal agencies are reviewing a security incident after a fake Wi-Fi network was discovered on a Las Vegas-to-Atlanta flight carrying DEF CON attendees, prompting a temporary shutdown of onboard internet service.
Las Vegas Air Travel Drops After Spirit Airlines Exit and Fewer Canadian Visitors
Harry Reid International Airport saw an 8% decline in domestic flights and a 13% drop in international arrivals for fiscal 2026, with the closure of Spirit Airlines and a sharp fall in Canadian tourism driving the downturn.