LAS VEGAS- Fort Worth-based American Airlines (AA) is expanding its international reach for the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2025) in Las Vegas (LAS).
The airline will offer temporary long-haul flights from Las Vegas to London Heathrow (LHR) and Tokyo Narita (NRT) in early January 2025.
American Airlines Las Vegas Flights
Travelers can fly between Las Vegas and London from January 4 to 12, 2025. The outbound flight, AA288, departs Las Vegas at 8:30 PM and arrives in London at 2:20 PM the next day. The return flight, AA721, leaves London at 1:40 PM and lands in Las Vegas at 4:15 PM.
The Las Vegas to Tokyo route runs from January 3 to 11, with flight AA187 departing Las Vegas at 11:35 AM and reaching Tokyo at 4:35 PM the following day. The Tokyo to Las Vegas leg operates from January 4 to 12, with flight AA616 leaving Tokyo at 6:35 PM and arriving in Las Vegas at 11:25 AM.
Here’s the flight schedule for AA’s temporary flights from Las Vegas:
| Route | Flight Number | Departure City | Departure Time | Arrival City | Arrival Time | Operating Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas – London | AA288 | Las Vegas | 8:30 PM | London | 2:20 PM (+1) | Jan 4-12, 2025 |
| London – Las Vegas | AA721 | London | 1:40 PM | Las Vegas | 4:15 PM | Jan 4-12, 2025 |
| Las Vegas – Tokyo | AA187 | Las Vegas | 11:35 AM | Tokyo | 4:35 PM (+1) | Jan 3-11, 2025 |
| Tokyo – Las Vegas | AA616 | Tokyo | 6:35 PM | Las Vegas | 11:25 AM | Jan 4-12, 2025 |
Note: (+1) indicates arrival on the following day.
Both routes will use American’s Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, which can seat 273 passengers. This marks the return of the Las Vegas-Tokyo route after a five-year hiatus, last operated for CES 2020. The Las Vegas-London route is a new addition to American’s CES offerings, reported Ishrion Aviation.
CES 2025
CES typically attracts increased air service to Las Vegas. In previous years, Delta Air Lines (DL) has provided limited international flights to destinations like Amsterdam (AMS), Paris (CDG), and Seoul (ICN). Foreign carriers such as Asiana Airlines (OZ) and Air France (AF) have also offered temporary service to Las Vegas during the event.
These temporary routes cater to the high demand for international travel during CES, one of the world’s largest technology trade shows. They provide direct access for international attendees and exhibitors, eliminating the need for connections through other U.S. cities.
American Airlines’ decision to operate these routes highlights the importance of CES to the global tech industry and Las Vegas’s role as a major convention destination. It also demonstrates the airline’s flexibility in adapting its network to meet seasonal demand spikes.
For travelers planning to attend CES 2025, these flights offer convenient options for long-haul travel. They also provide an opportunity for Las Vegas residents to experience direct international flights from their home airport, albeit for a limited time.
As the travel industry evolves, such temporary routes may become more common, allowing airlines to test new markets and respond to event-driven demand without committing to year-round service. This approach balances the needs of travelers with the operational constraints and financial considerations of airlines.
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