Nevada - Airports

McCarran International Airport (LAS)

Location: McCarran airport is located 1 mile (2km) south of the Las Vegas Strip.

Time: GMT -8 (GMT -7 between the first Sunday in April and the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +1 (702) 261 5733 or 261 5211. Transfer between terminals: The airport terminals are connected by walkways and shuttles.

Transfer to the city: There are regular buses going to and from the airport, downtown Las Vegas and The Stip, dropping off at most hotels. There are also taxis available outside Arrivals, but the short ride costs around US$15.

Car rental: Car hire companies represented at the airport include Avis, Budget, Dollar and Hertz. There are more car rental companies in Las Vegas, which can be contacted by using the free telephones in Arrivals. Facilities: Las Vegas airport has a number of shops, bars and restaurants, and of course lots of slot machines. There are ATMs and bureaux de change in Arrivals and Departures. Left luggage facilities are no longer available due to heightened security measures. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should inform their airline or travel agent in advance.

Parking: There is plenty of parking around the airport. A free shuttle bus links the remote car park with the terminals.

Website: www.mccarran.com