The closest international airport to Henderson is Harry Reid International Airport (formerly McCarran International Airport), which is quite accessible.

The primary airport used in Henderson is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). This airport is located about 18 to 25 km (11 to 16 miles) northwest of downtown Henderson, and it takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. As of 2023, Harry Reid International Airport serves around 53 million passengers annually and is a major airport in the U.S., with most major airlines (American, United, Delta, Southwest, Spirit, Frontier, etc.) operating flights to numerous domestic cities and several international routes. The airport has two terminals (Terminal 1 and Terminal 3), and there is a free internal tram connecting the terminals.

Let's take a closer look at how to get from Henderson to Harry Reid International Airport. The most common method is by personal vehicle. The main routes involve entering I-515 north and then either taking US-93/95 or heading west to connect to the airport access road.

Airport parking is free for the first hour for short-term parking, after which hourly rates apply, while long-term parking costs about $14 to $20 per day. Several companies also operate airport shuttle services from Henderson, with one-way fares typically ranging from $15 to $25 based on reservations.

Uber and Lyft are also widely used for transportation from Henderson to the airport. A typical UberX fare from downtown Henderson to the airport is about $20 to $35 one way, and for travelers with a lot of luggage, choosing Uber XL will cost around $35 to $55.

During peak times (early morning, late night, and major Las Vegas events), surge pricing may increase fares.

On the other hand, if you use the RTC public bus, the 109 bus runs to the airport via the Las Vegas Strip, but getting from Henderson residences to the bus stop can be inconvenient, making actual usage relatively low.

Henderson also has a separate small airport, Henderson Executive Airport (HND). This airport does not have regular commercial passenger flights and is primarily used for general aviation, charter flights, and business jets. Wealthy individuals and companies in the Las Vegas area often use this airport for charter flights, and helicopter tours and flight training schools also operate from here. Henderson Executive Airport is located in the southeast part of Henderson, about a 15 to 20-minute drive from downtown.

For rail travel, there is no Amtrak station near Henderson. The closest Amtrak station is in Kingman, AZ, or you would need to head towards California, meaning Henderson residents must first travel by car or bus to access Amtrak. Notably, Las Vegas itself also lacks an Amtrak station, which is one of the limitations of public transportation infrastructure in the area.

Recently, a high-speed rail project called Brightline West is underway to connect California and Las Vegas. This project aims to link Rancho Cucamonga, just outside Los Angeles, to Las Vegas via high-speed trains, with construction targeted for completion before the 2028 LA Olympics. The planned location for the Brightline West Las Vegas station is near the Las Vegas Strip, making it accessible for Henderson residents within about a 30-minute drive.

Long-distance travel is also possible using Greyhound buses. The Las Vegas Greyhound terminal is located near downtown Las Vegas, about a 20 to 30-minute drive from Henderson. Greyhound operates routes to major western cities such as LA, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City.

Additionally, private long-distance bus companies like FlixBus and Redcoach also operate routes from Las Vegas, which Henderson residents can utilize. Overall, while Henderson has excellent airport accessibility, the lack of rail infrastructure and limitations in public transportation lead to a high reliance on personal vehicles or rideshare services for travel.