The flight distance from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States to Lugano Airport (LUG) in Lugano, Switzerland is 9,310 kilometers (5,785 miles / 5,027 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:23 in Las Vegas, it's 14:23 in Lugano. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,266 feet between the two airports. Lugano Airport sits lower than Harry Reid International Airport.

The return flight from Lugano (LUG) to Las Vegas (LAS) follows a heading of 318° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Lugano Airport (LUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.