Air France is launching nonstop flights from Paris to Las Vegas in April, hopefully beyond the U.S. government shutdown that threatens to reduce air service to Harry Reid International Airport.
The flag carrier of France had announced earlier this year it would serve Las Vegas with three direct flights from Paris in the weeks before, during and after the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January.
In October, the airline decided to extend seasonal service through October 2026, making Las Vegas the first new destination in the Air France’s summer 2026 schedule.
Air France plans to operate three flights a week (Monday, Wednesday and Saturday) between Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport and Harry Reid International Airport, aboard the Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
“Linking Las Vegas with Paris and Charles de Gaulle marks a significant milestone in strengthening our global reach,” Steve Hill, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, states in a press release. “This new route not only makes it easier for travelers from France and across Europe to experience the energy and excitement of Las Vegas but also reflects the shared global appeal that unite our two world-class destinations.”
James Chrisley, Clark County Director of Aviation, adds, “The expansion of our international air service to include nonstop flights from Paris to Las Vegas is a game-changer and opens an exciting new gateway to the European market. Our ongoing collaboration with Air France, highlighted by the success of the CES charter service, has laid the foundation for this exciting new route.”
Air France is expected to bring 26,892 seats each season, generating an estimated $34 million in direct economic impact and $57.5 million in overall impact. In 2024, Las Vegas welcomed nearly 1.2 million visitors from Europe, and 86,000 visitors from France.
