Maybe you want to enjoy a shaded cabana poolside under the city's signature dry desert heat, or perhaps you want to see a different side of Vegas and catch snowflakes at nearby Red Rock Canyon. This guide breaks down everything from average temperatures to scoring the best flight deals so you can find your travel sweet spot and book a trip on the cheap.

Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the country. That means you'll have plenty of options when it comes to choosing flights. In fact, you can fly direct from many major US cities on large or budget airlines, including American, Air Canada, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, KLM, Southwest, and United. The airport is also just a quick 20-minute drive from the Strip. 

When it comes to accommodations, you'll be spoiled for choice with the endless options in Vegas. The Strip is absolutely packed with hotels, from low-cost picks to luxury penthouse suites. All those options can make the decision overwhelming, so we've got some tips to help you narrow down where to bed down.

• The Strip is more than 4 miles long. Pick a hotel that’s near where you plan to spend most of your time so you can skip those long walks and expensive cab rides.

• Save some money by staying downtown. It’s got a classic Vegas vibe and a more laid-back feel, but it’s also had a major glow-up recently and is home to cool new bars and restaurants.

• There’s way more to Vegas than the Strip (and downtown). Red Rock Canyon is on the outskirts of the city, and if you like hiking or snapping gorgeous sunrises, you may want to choose a hotel nearby for easy access.

Narrowing down the best time of year to visit Vegas is the first hurdle. Now that you have your eye on a particular month or two, it’s time to find the best dates based on price. Skyscanner makes it easy to see the cheapest dates to fly with Whole Month search. Here's how it works:

1. Select the “Flexible dates” tab and choose a whole month for your departure and return dates.

2. After you click Search, you’ll see a calendar with prices by day. You can also change it from a calendar view to a chart.

3. Just select the dates that work best for your trip and budget, and we'll show you top flight options.

If you need more time to decide or just want to see if the price drops, tap the bell icon on desktop to activate a Skyscanner Price Alert. We’ll send you a notification as soon as airfare changes so you can snag the best deal for your trip.

Final thoughts: The best time to visit Las Vegas

With all these tips on finding the best time to visit for your plans and budget, narrowing down the perfect location for your hotel, and using our savvy search tools to book cheap flights, you’re officially ready to book. Now that you have everything you need to make your trip to Las Vegas a reality, what are you waiting for?