Las Vegas Airport (LAS) Terminal Guide: Every Airline

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) handled nearly 55 million passengers in 2025, making it one of the 10 busiest airports in the United States. It operates across two separate terminal buildings, five concourses, and more than 110 gates serving 30+ domestic and international carriers. This guide covers every airline, every terminal assignment, every concourse, and everything you need to know to move through LAS without confusion — including how to get to the Las Vegas Strip the moment you land.

LAS Airport Overview — The Basics

Terminal 1 at Las Vegas Airport

Terminal 1 is the larger and older of the two terminals at LAS. It is the primary terminal for domestic budget and mid-range carriers. The terminal has three concourses accessible on foot after clearing security: Concourses A, B, and C.

Terminal 1 Layout

• Level 2 (Departures): Ticketing, check-in counters for all Terminal 1 airlines, security checkpoints (three separate TSA checkpoints — A gates security, B/C gates security, and a third for overflow)
• Level 1 (Arrivals/Baggage Claim): Baggage claim carousels, taxi stand (Doors 1–4), ground transportation, rideshare pickup directions, rental car shuttles
• Concourse A: Advanced Air, Contour Aviation, and select charter carriers; smaller, quieter concourse
• Concourse B: Allegiant, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Spirit, Sun Country; the busiest concourse with most amenities
• Concourse C: Southwest Airlines; exclusively Southwest, with the highest gate count at LAS

Terminal 1 Airlines — Quick Reference

Source: Map of Airport — Harry Reid International

Terminal 3 at Las Vegas Airport

Terminal 3 is the international terminal at LAS and the hub for all full-service domestic carriers and every international airline serving Las Vegas. It opened in 2012 and handles significantly more international traffic than Terminal 1. All major airline lounges at LAS are located in Terminal 3.

Terminal 3 Layout

• Level 2 (Departures): Ticketing, check-in for all T3 carriers, TSA security (one main checkpoint with PreCheck lanes), duty-free shops on departures level, The Club at LAS lounge
• Level 1 (Arrivals/Baggage Claim): Baggage claim, taxi stand (Doors 51–56), ground transportation, rideshare pickup signage, rental car shuttle
• Concourse E: All Terminal 3 domestic and international gates (E1–E12, E14, E15); The Club at LAS lounge; United Club; airline-specific lounges
• Concourse D: Satellite concourse accessible via automated tram from Terminal 3 (and Terminal 1); hosts Flair Airlines, Breeze Airways, and select overflow gates; Shake Shack and Wolfgang Puck Express dining

Terminal 3 Airlines — Quick Reference

Book Your Airport Transfer — Meet-and-Greet at Baggage Claim

Concourse D — The Satellite Concourse

Concourse D is a common source of confusion at LAS. It is a midfield satellite concourse — meaning it is not directly accessible by walking from either Terminal 1 or Terminal 3 after clearing security. To reach Concourse D, passengers take the Automated Transit System (ATS) tram from within either terminal’s secure area. The tram runs continuously.

Concourse D hosts several carriers including Breeze Airways and Flair Airlines, and provides a connection point between Terminal 1’s A/B/C gates and Terminal 3’s E gates for connecting passengers already within the secure area. Note: this airside connection works only if you have already cleared TSA — it does not replace the Terminal 1-to-Terminal 3 shuttle for passengers who need to change terminals from the landside (baggage claim level).

Concourse D is also home to The Club at LAS lounge, Shake Shack, and Wolfgang Puck Express — notably better dining options than many main-terminal concourses.

Getting Between Terminals at LAS

If you are already through security (airside):

Take the ATS tram. It connects Concourses A/B/C (Terminal 1) → Concourse D → Concourse E (Terminal 3). This works for connecting passengers but requires time — allow 15–20 minutes minimum for the connection plus any gate walk.

If you are landside (at baggage claim or check-in level):

Take the free shuttle bus. It departs from Terminal 1 Level 0 near the parking garage, and from Terminal 3 Level 0 outside Door 55. Shuttles run every 20–30 minutes. You will need to re-clear TSA security at the destination terminal. Allow 60–90 minutes minimum for this transfer if a flight connection requires it.

Airport Lounges at LAS

Ground Transportation at LAS — Getting to the Las Vegas Strip

Harry Reid International Airport is approximately 3–5 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. Under normal traffic conditions, the drive to a Strip hotel takes 10–20 minutes. Here is exactly how each transportation option works at LAS.

Taxis

Taxis are positioned curbside directly outside baggage claim at both Terminal 1 (Doors 1–4) and Terminal 3 (Level 1 exit). No app required. Taxis to Strip hotels operate on flat-rate zones: Zone 1 (South Strip — Luxor, MGM) $21.25; Zone 2 (Mid Strip — Bellagio, Caesars) $25.25; Zone 3 (North Strip — Wynn, STRAT) $29.25. For destinations beyond the Strip, metered fares apply.

Rideshare (Uber & Lyft)

Both Uber and Lyft operate at LAS but require passengers to walk to a designated rideshare pickup garage — approximately 10 minutes from baggage claim. Signage inside the terminal directs passengers. Rideshare prices surge significantly on weekends, event nights, and convention days. A trip that costs $12 on a Tuesday afternoon can cost $45–$65 on a Saturday night or during a major convention.

Professional Chauffeur Service (Recommended)

Personal Sedan Services provides pre-booked private airport transfers from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 at LAS. Your chauffeur enters the terminal and meets you inside at baggage claim by name, assists with luggage, and drives you to your hotel at the rate confirmed when you booked. No surge pricing. No garage walk. No guessing. Available 24/7 for all arrival times including 3am flights.

Book Your Airport Pickup — Fixed Rate, Any Terminal

TSA Security at LAS — What to Know

Terminal 1 Security

Terminal 1 has three separate security checkpoints. If your flight is at Concourse A, use the dedicated A gates security to avoid the longer lines at the B/C gates checkpoint. TSA PreCheck and CLEAR Plus lanes are available. Allow extra time at Terminal 1 security on peak travel days — Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and major holiday periods consistently see the longest lines at LAS.

Terminal 3 Security

Terminal 3 has one primary security checkpoint. TSA PreCheck is active. International passengers should factor in additional time for passport control on arrival and customs clearance.

Timing Recommendations

• Domestic Terminal 1 flights: Arrive 90 minutes before departure minimum; 2 hours recommended during peak periods
• Domestic Terminal 3 flights: Arrive 90 minutes before departure
• International departures: Arrive 3 hours before departure — allow time for international check-in and security
• International arrivals: Add 30–60 minutes for passport control and customs

How Early Should You Arrive at Las Vegas Airport?

For a deep dive on recommended arrival times, peak-day patterns, and what to do if you cut it close, see our full guide: How Early Should You Get to the Las Vegas Airport?

Complete Airline Terminal Reference — All Carriers at LAS

Below is the complete master list of every airline currently operating at Harry Reid International Airport, their terminal and concourse assignment, and a link to the dedicated guide for each. Terminal assignments are subject to change — always confirm with your airline at booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

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