Distance from Las Vegas to Phoenix by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Las Vegas (NV) to Phoenix (AZ) is 257 miles or 413 kilometers or 223 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Las Vegas to Phoenix is 285 miles (459 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 28 miles or 46 km.

Flight distance from Las Vegas, NV to Phoenix, AZ in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Las Vegas and Phoenix is 257 miles or 413 km.
The nearest airport to Las Vegas, is McCarran International Airport (LAS) and the nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Las Vegas to Phoenix?

Flight time from Las Vegas, NV to Phoenix, AZ is 0 hours 35 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Las Vegas to Phoenix Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Las Vegas, NV and Phoenix, AZ
This map shows the distance from Las Vegas, NV, Usa to Phoenix, AZ, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Las Vegas, Nevada to Phoenix, Arizona is displayed below.

Driving distance from Las Vegas, NV to Phoenix, AZ

The driving distance from Las Vegas, Nevada to Phoenix, Arizona is 285 miles or 459 km.
The total driving distance from Las Vegas, NV to Phoenix, AZ is 285 miles or 459 kilometers. Your trip begins in Las Vegas, Nevada. It ends in Phoenix, Arizona.
The driving distance from Las Vegas, Nevada to Phoenix, Arizona is approximately 285 miles (459 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 5 to 6 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Las Vegas, NV to Phoenix, AZ

How long is the drive from Las Vegas, NV to Phoenix, AZ?
The total driving time is 5 hours, 55 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Las Vegas to Phoenix take?
Las Vegas and Phoenix are 5 hours 55 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Las Vegas and Phoenix

Time difference between Las Vegas (NV) and Phoenix (AZ) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Las VegasCurrent local time in Phoenix
2026-05-30, 10:08:32 PDT2026-05-30, 10:08:32 MST
How Far is it Between Las Vegas Nevada, USA and Phoenix Arizona, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Las Vegas, NV and Phoenix, AZ in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 285 mi 459 km 247.49 nmi
Straight line distance 257 mi 413 km 223 nmi
Difference 28 mi 46 km 24 nmi

Las Vegas Details

Las Vegas is located in Nevada, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 36° 10' 29.9'' Longitude: W 115° 8' 14''
Latitude36.17497
Longitude-115.13722
StateNevada
Nearest airports to Las Vegas

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Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Las Vegas, NV and Phoenix, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 9 hours 33 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 7 hours 10 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 6 hours 22 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 5 hours 44 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 5 hours 12 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 4 hours 46 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 4 hours 24 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 4 hours 5 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 3 hours 49 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 3 hours 35 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 3 hours 22 minutes