Rideshare & Ground Transport
Uber & Lyft Pickup at Harry Reid International Airport
Rideshare pickup at LAS is not always at the arrivals curb — most airports now route Uber and Lyft to a dedicated lot or garage. Here is exactly where to go, how to get there, and how to keep the fare reasonable.
Where to get picked up at LAS
UUber Pickup Zone
Terminal 1: Level 2 of T1 Parking Garage. Terminal 3: Valet Level of T3 Parking Garage.
LLyft Pickup Zone
Terminal 1: Level 2 of T1 Parking Garage. Terminal 3: Valet Level of T3 Parking Garage.
In the app
Select 'Terminal 1' or 'Terminal 3' in the app; follow the level indicated (Level 2 for T1, Valet Level for T3)
How to find the rideshare zone
T1: take elevator near Door 2 up to Level 2, cross the pedestrian bridge to the garage, pickup is to the right. T3: take elevator near Doors 52, 54, or 56 to Level 1, cross pedestrian bridge, then go down to the Valet Level.
Cell Phone Lot
The Cell Phone Lot is near 576–673 Kitty Hawk Way (T1 side) — follow signs from the airport loop; 3–4 min to either terminal garage. Cell phone lot details →
Avoiding surge pricing at LAS
When surge peaks: Las Vegas surges heavily during major events: Consumer Electronics Show (January), March Madness, boxing matches, Formula 1 Las Vegas GP (November), and New Year's Eve — plan for 2–5× normal fares.
Wait tip
A $4.50 airport surcharge applies to every pickup; T3 Valet Level can be confusing — follow 'TNC/Rideshare' signs carefully rather than valet car signs.
Compare your options
Rideshare is usually the fastest door-to-door option, but it is not always the cheapest — especially during surge.
| Option | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare Uber / Lyft | Door-to-door convenience, groups with bags, no cash needed | Surge pricing on busy evenings & events; long walk to pickup lot |
| Taxi Metered cab | Predictable metered fare during surge, no app required | Often more expensive off-peak; cash sometimes required |
| Transit Train / bus | Lowest cost option, immune to surge pricing and traffic | Not available at every airport; less practical with luggage |
For full ground-transport options at LAS including rental cars and public transit, see the LAS Getting Around guide.
Know exactly when to leave for LAS
Add your rideshare pickup time to the Leave-By calculator — it factors in current TSA wait times, so you hit the zone with time to spare.
Calculate leave-by time →