Las Vegas from Austin, Oct 16–18: $1,187 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $22 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- Highs 79–81°F, little rain expected
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 5h 22m in all.
Worth it if you want late nights and a crowd; skip it if you want to sleep.
Round-trip flights on Frontier from Austin to Las Vegas cost $430 per person for Oct 16–18, 2026 when we checked, $22 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $112 a night for the 2-night stay. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,187 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $860 |
| Excalibur, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $327 |
| The total, before you go | $1,187 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$22 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$430 per person, round trip
$860 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 5h 22m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 8:21 PM – Fri, Oct 16, 11:43 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $430 | 1 stop | 5h 22m |
| Frontier | $530 | nonstop | 3h 4m |
| Frontier | $568 | 1 stop | 14h 8m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 11:42 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Las Vegas
Why we picked it: Las Vegas is the best value we priced for the weekend: $430 round trip, 5% under the typical price.
Las Vegas stacks mega-resorts, celebrity-chef restaurants, residency shows and pool parties on one neon strip, with Red Rock Canyon and the Hoover Dam just outside.
Weather in Las Vegas, Oct 16–18
Highs 79–81°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 81 °F | 69 °F | 2% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 79 °F | 70 °F | 1% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 81 °F | 72 °F | 0% |
Where to stay in Las Vegas
Excalibur
$327 for 2 nights, two guests · $164 a night
See roomsThe Venetian® Resort Las Vegas
$914 for 2 nights, two guests · $457 a night
See roomsCircus Circus Hotel, Casino & Theme Park
$224 for 2 nights, two guests · $112 a night
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Where in Las Vegas
- Center Strip: Bellagio, Caesars and the Cosmopolitan in the thick of it.
- South Strip: Mandalay Bay, the Sphere area and the Allegiant Stadium end.
- North Strip: Resorts World and Fontainebleau at calmer prices.
- Downtown / Fremont Street: Vintage casinos, cheaper rooms and the canopy light show.
- Off-Strip: Red Rock Resort and the Rio for locals' rates and pools.
What to do in Las Vegas
Signature experiences
- Watch the Bellagio fountains at night
- See a show at the Sphere or a Cirque du Soleil production
- Drive the Red Rock Canyon scenic loop
- Walk the Fremont Street Experience downtown
- Day-trip to the Hoover Dam or Valley of Fire
- Book a pool cabana at a dayclub
Tours and tickets in Las Vegas
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Austin | Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Las Vegas | Harry Reid International (LAS) |
| Flight time | 5h 22m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,084 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
What 2 nights in Las Vegas costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $860 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Excalibur) | $327 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,707 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Austin to Las Vegas
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $430 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $430 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $452 |
| Price checks | 9 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Las Vegas.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in Las Vegas from Austin cost?
About $1,707 for two: $860 in flights, $327 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Las Vegas Oct 16–18?
Highs 79–81°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for Las Vegas?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Las Vegas.
How long is the flight from Austin to Las Vegas?
5h 22m with 1 stop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is $430 a good price for Austin to Las Vegas?
It is 5% below the typical $452 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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