Monday, August 26, 2024 Las Vegas ‘ air travel is set to exceed pre-pandemic levels by year-end, marking a significant recovery milestone. Las Vegas, the bustling hub known for its vibrant nightlife and entertainment, is on the verge of a significant milestone in its recovery from the pandemic’s impact. Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), the principal airport serving the city, is forecasted to reach 104% of its pre-pandemic international travel capacity by the end of this year.
This marks a notable resurgence, with all global destinations approaching or surpassing full operational levels, apart from Canadian routes which are just shy at 99%. Strategic Moves in Las Vegas: Expansion and New Routes The resurgence is spearheaded by strategic additions and enhancements at the airport. Joel Van Over, a senior director at Atlanta-based Ailevon and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), is playing a pivotal role in these efforts.
Van Over, who will represent Las Vegas at the 2024 World Routes Conference in Bahrain this October, notes that new international routes have been crucial in driving the airport’s expansion. By the fourth quarter of 2023, Harry Reid International is expected not only to have rebounded but to have surpassed its pre-pandemic activity levels, anticipating reaching 89% capacity by the end of the third quarter. Unveiling New International Gateways This fall, the airport will enhance its suite of services with several new direct long-ha.