Las Vegas Flights: Why Not Consider a Charter?

Charter Las Vegas flights aren't just for large groups. Charter flights to this popular destination are a great alternative to commercial flights. So, how do you find Las Vegas flights via a charter? This article contains some information about Las Vegas flights that you can book as money-saving charters.

Generally, you book charter Las Vegas flights through a travel agent or tour operator. There are many benefits related to Las Vegas flights via charters. First and foremost, they're usually direct flights. Just think: you can board your chartered Las Vegas flight early in the morning on the U.S. east coast and be gaming in your favorite Las Vegas casino by dinner times. No stops, no changing planes, no racing through the airport - just a relaxing flight full of people just like you who are ready to start their Las Vegas vacation as soon as they board the plane.

Another reason to travel via chartered Las Vegas flights is that you're very likely to get a fantastic deal on hotel accommodations and/or rental cars, especially if you book them as part of a package that includes your airfare. In most cases, you'll be able to pick the hotel where you would like to stay. Just be aware that the price of your package may fluctuate up or down slightly, depending on where you plan to stay. A four-star hotel right on the famed Las Vegas strip will always be more expensive than one located downtown or off the strip.

Since charter operators always want their Las Vegas flights to be full, they tend to offer discounted packages in the off season. In Las Vegas, August is considered to be excessively hot, but unless you're planning on a lot of outdoor activities, what the weather's doing isn't really an issue. Conversely, January is considered excessively cool but with substantial discounts, it pays to consider traveling in these months. You also may be able to find discounts by traveling in the middle of the week rather than on the weekend. And if you're a senior citizen, be sure to investigate discounts for older people.

There are some negatives to consider regarding Las Vegas flights on a charter. First, they don't leave or return on a daily basis. In fact, some of the best prices can be found on Las Vegas charter flights that only fly weekly. This means you have to arrange your schedule to meet the charter's schedule. Another issue is that if you miss the flight, you're just plain out of luck. And since charters are generally booked through a travel agent, chances are there will be some type of additional fee that could be $40 or more.

It's also possible that if you book via a charter, the flight could be canceled if enough seats aren't sold to make the flight profitable to the carrier. And unlike commercial airlines, charter companies really aren't interested in helping you make other arrangements if they do cancel your flight. And if it's your return flight that gets cancelled, you're stranded and have to spend additional money to get home. Even if the charter company refunds your money, there's no real compensation for a ruined trip. So, the bottom line is to book only with the bigger and better known charter companies for Las Vegas flights.

Although most cheap Las Vegas flights available via charter are sold through travel agents, a few companies sell seats on these flights, very often at bargain-basement prices. For the best deal, book within two weeks of your departure date. Here are a few companies to contact regarding seats on chartered Las Vegas flights:

Apple Vacations (book via travel agent only)

Funjet Vacations (book via travel agent only)

SunTrips

Vacation Express

Worry-Free Vacations

Be sure to check the web site of each company for special prices and packages. And while you're investigating Las Vegas flights, be sure to look into the unique offerings from Southwest Airlines for Las Vegas flights and package deals. Often overlooked, Southwest's packages are reasonably priced and include many of the premier hotels right on the strip, including the Mirage, MGM Grand, Bellagio and Luxor. Southwest's packages include round-trip airfare, 3 nights at the hotel of your choice (including applicable taxes), rewards program credit on the flight and 24-hour traveler assistance.

With a little foresight and some careful planning you should be able to find reasonably priced Las Vegas flights that won't put a damper on your vacation in this most entertaining city.