Las Vegas flights are proving to be big business for airlines, despite the economic downturn in the UK. The city regularly ranks high up the list of long-haul destinations, and has recently been put back on the map by high-profile celebrity weddings.
British Airways is already noticing Las Vegas's growing popularity. The airline began flying to the city in October, and says it is already one of its most successful routes.
The success comes despite a recession in the UK in 2009, and could be due to people wanting to treat themselves so as to escape that event. The recent wedding of model Katie Price in the Nevada town is another feather in its cap, and has helped raise its profile as a potential holiday destination.
One flight finder website found the city was the 45th most popular destination Brits searched for cheap flights to during January, beating the likes of Hong Kong and Pisa, but lagging some way behind our traditional foreign destinations in Spain - Malaga, Alicante, and Tenerife.
A separate online flight booking firm says Las Vegas was among its top 10 destinations UK consumers booked for during January.
Any shift in the exchange rate could soon see Las Vegas flights higher up the overall order. The pound isn't as strong against the US dollar as it was even a couple of years ago, which could deter people from travelling so far - particularly since it might cost you a fair bit once you get there.
The same reasons mean destinations in mainland Europe were typically less searched for in January 2010 than they were in January 2009.
However, a number of package deals including flights and a hotel in Las Vegas are still available. A quick search of the Web reveals deals ranging from £689 for trips booked for March, to £879 in August, both flying from Manchester.
One holiday provider says the US is now one of the most popular destinations for package holidays, so better deals are likely to be available if you have more time to spend surfing the Web.
If you simply have to have your holiday your way, and can be flexible about when you fly, then there's a better chance of getting a good deal on booking Las Vegas flights only.
It helps if you can stay over a weekend, as airlines typically offer a lower price to people who travel mid-week to mid-week. If you have that flexibility, now is a good time to book your flight, as many leading airlines have extended January sales into February to boost traffic. US airlines may also cut prices during national holidays, so it could be worth timing your break to coincide with those.
Another option for finding Las Vegas flights is to search inside the US. Flights from the UK to New York are typically quite cheap, and once you're in the country, internal flights tend to be fairly frequent and inexpensive.
Once you get to Las Vegas, there is a lot to enjoy. Aside from the casinos, some of the biggest stars in the world regularly perform there. Whether you prefer sporting events, magical extravaganzas or musical shows you will be able to enjoy it all in the venues and arenas in Las Vegas.
Of course, you should keep an eye open for any big events planned for the city when looking for Las Vegas flights. For example, the city hosts a major technology conference every January, which means flights will be at a premium, and hotel accommodation hard to find.
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