Airports in Nevada

Airports in Nevada

Nevada’s airport system is a vital part of the state’s transportation infrastructure—supporting tourism, commerce, logistics, and military operations. From international gateways in Las Vegas and Reno to rural general aviation fields, airports connect Nevada to the rest of the world and support everything from casino travel to wildfire response.

This page provides an overview of Nevada’s major commercial, regional, and general aviation airports.

Major Commercial Airports

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) – Las Vegas

• **Primary commercial airport** for southern Nevada and one of the busiest in the United States.
• Offers direct service to over 150 domestic and international destinations.
• Hub for **Southwest Airlines**, **Spirit**, and **Allegiant Air**.
• Features two terminals (T1 and T3), extensive rental car access, and integrated RTC transit service.
• Formerly McCarran International Airport; renamed in 2021.
• Website: https://www.harryreidairport.com

Reno–Tahoe International Airport (RNO)

• Serves northern Nevada, including Reno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe, and Carson City.
• Offers nonstop flights to over 25 U.S. cities, with seasonal international routes.
• Home to the **Reno Air Races** and significant air cargo operations.
• Ongoing expansion and modernization projects to improve terminal and runway capacity.
• Website: https://www.renoairport.com

Regional and General Aviation Airports

Nevada has dozens of **public-use regional and municipal airports** serving rural communities, business aviation, firefighting, and medical airlift needs.

• **Elko Regional Airport (EKO)** – Commercial service to Salt Lake City; hub for northeastern Nevada.
• **Ely Airport (ELY – Yelland Field)** – Supports regional air service and fire response.
• **Boulder City Municipal Airport (BVU)** – Gateway for Grand Canyon tours and skydiving operations.
• **North Las Vegas Airport (VGT)** – General aviation and flight training; second busiest airport in southern Nevada.
• **Carson City Airport (CXP)** – Supports government, private, and emergency operations.

Full airport listings and FAA information are available via: https://www.faa.gov/airports

Cargo and Logistics Hubs

• LAS and RNO both operate significant **air cargo terminals** for FedEx, UPS, and Amazon Air.
• Reno is an emerging logistics hub, with growth tied to Tesla, Switch, and regional warehouse facilities.
• Industrial parks near RNO and Fernley are linked to air, rail, and highway networks.

Military and Federal Airfields

• **Nellis Air Force Base** (Las Vegas): Major USAF installation and home of the Thunderbirds flight demonstration team.
• **Creech Air Force Base** (Indian Springs): Base for U.S. drone operations and training.
• **Naval Air Station Fallon**: Training site for Navy aviators and the “Top Gun” school.
• Nevada Test and Training Range includes restricted airspace used by the U.S. military for weapons testing and classified operations.

Air Travel and Tourism

• Air access is critical to Nevada’s **tourism economy**, especially for conventions, shows, and casino travel.
• LAS serves millions of leisure travelers annually and is one of the busiest airports for **private jets and charters**.
• Rural airports enable **scenic flights**, **backcountry access**, and **charter tours** to destinations like the Grand Canyon and Death Valley.

Infrastructure and Modernization

• Both LAS and RNO have seen major investment in:

 * Terminal renovations and new gates
 * TSA modernization and biometric screening
 * Expanded rideshare and transit connectivity

• Rural airports receive support from **FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP)** grants and **NDOT aviation programs**