PLAN YOUR SHOW TRAVEL NOW
WHETHER IT’S BOOKING A HOTEL OR FLIGHT, OR SIMPLY COMMUTING TO THE SHOW, YOU’VE GOT SEVERAL COST-SAVING OPTIONS
BY SEMA MAGAZINE EDITORS
Whether you’re a SEMA Show first-timer or a seasoned veteran, everyone appreciates a stress-free travel experience—and all the better if it’s cost-effective as well. Fortunately, a little advance planning can save you worry, time and money getting to and from Las Vegas and the Show. Here are some top tips for airfare, hotels and ground transportation.
JETTING TO AND FROM LAS VEGAS
SEMA Show organizers have worked with major air carriers to secure discounted airfare for 2024 SEMA Show attendees. The following airlines offer special round-trip rates to Las Vegas in connection with the Show:
- Alaska Airlines offers a 7% discount of published fares for valid travel dates October 28—November11, 2024.
- United Airlines offers 2% to 10% discounts based on origin location for valid travel dates November 2—11, 2024.
- Delta Airlines also offers special SEMA Show discounts.
For further details and booking instructions, visit semashow.com and click on the Hotel and Travel link.
BOOKING YOUR LAS VEGAS STAY
SEMA has partnered with onPeak—the 2024 SEMA Show’s only official hotel provider—to secure discounted rates at a selection of Las Vegas hotels. For ease of travel planning, and knowing that plans can change, onPeak offers convenient hotel options with flexible change and cancellation policies. SEMA encourages Showgoers to book through onPeak early for the best selection and price. Again, for further details and booking instructions, visit semashow.com and click on the Hotel and Travel link.
GETTING TO AND FROM THE CONVENTION CENTER IN LAS VEGAS
With ongoing construction throughout the city, as well as at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), traffic can be heavy and parking options limited. When commuting to and from the Show, please allow plenty of time. Moreover, Show officials strongly recommend public transportation and ride-sharing options for quick and easy trips.
LAS VEGAS MONORAIL
The Las Vegas Monorail provides quick, reliable, climate-controlled transportation for leisure and business travelers on the Las Vegas Strip. Directly connected to several Strip resort hotels as well as the LVCC, the monorail gets from one end of the Strip to the other in just minutes.
Trains arrive every few minutes at each of seven stations: MGM Grand Station, Horseshoe/Paris Las Vegas Station, Flamingo/Caesars Palace Station, Harrah’s/The LINQ Station, Boingo Station at Las Vegas Convention Center, Westgate Las Vegas Station and SAHARA Las Vegas Station. The monorail system is open 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Monday; 7:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m. Tuesday through Thursday; and 7:00 a.m.–3:00 a.m. Friday through Sunday.
In addition, 2024 SEMA Show attendees can obtain exclusive fare discounts by purchasing monorail tickets at tix.lvmonorail.com/SEMA24. These discounted tickets also allow you to skip the paper ticket line and scan your phone at the monorail gate for entry. (Paper tickets are still available at ticket vending machines and customer service desks on the station for full price.)
>>With trains running every few minutes, the Las Vegas Monorail provides speedy, convenient travel to and from major hotel stations and the LVCC. Discounted ticket rates are available to SEMA Showgoers.
VEGAS LOOP AT THE LVCC
The Boring Co. Loop quickly transports passengers across the 200-acre Las Vegas Convention Center campus in a fun and convenient way, free of charge. The system consists of two one-way, 0.8-mi. tunnels built to accommodate all-electric Tesla vehicles driving at speeds of up to 35 mph.
Five stations conveniently connect passengers with Resorts World, the Riviera and the LVCC West, Central and South Halls. On the LVCC campus, typical walking time from the West Hall to the North/Central Hall can take up to 25 minutes, but Loop makes the trip in about 2 minutes. Stations are as follows:
- South Station: Adjacent to South Hall, this station is located aboveground.
- Central Station: Near the Central Hall Main Entrance, this station is located below ground and is accessible via escalator or elevator.
- West Station: Adjacent to West Hall, this station is located aboveground.
- Riviera Station: At the North side of the West Hall closest to Elvis Presley Drive.
- Resorts World Station: This station is located above ground.
There is no charge to travel between stations at the Las Vegas Convention Center. However, a valid Vegas Loop Ticket is required for any rides arriving from or departing to any station outside the LVCC campus. Visit lvloop.com/tickets to purchase tickets. Hours of operation vary based on LVCC events, but the current schedule is always available at lvloop.com/ operating-hours.
RIDE SHARING, TAXIS AND LIMOUSINES
There will be two designated transportation hubs where ride-sharing services, such as Uber or Lyft, and taxis and limousines will be able to drop-off and pickup Show participants quickly and easily:
- LVCC Blue Lot (east end of Grand Lobby, adjacent to Central Hall)
- LVCC West Hall Transportation Lot (adjacent to West Hall)
STRIP AND DOWNTOWN EXPRESS
Las Vegas public buses run from downtown Las Vegas, to the LVCC, and to the Strip. Service includes 18 stops between the downtown Las Vegas Premium Outlets, to the City Parkway, to the LVCC, to the Fashion Show Mall/Bellagio/Excalibur/Mandalay Bay and to South Strip Transfer Terminal. Visit rtcsnv.com for details. Buses run approximately every 15 min., starting at 7:00 a.m. on Show days. (Normal operation starts at 9:00 a.m. all other days.)
SHOW PARKING FOR PERSONAL VEHICLES
Limited LVCC parking is available and rates are subject to change without notice. Plan in advance if you will be commuting to and from the Show in a personal vehicle. Updated parking information is available at semashow.com, via the SEMA Show mobile app, or by calling the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority at 877-VISITLV or 702-892-0711.
>>Consisting of underground tunnels navigated by Teslas running up to 35 mph, the Vegas Loop at the LVCC drastically cuts the time it would normally take to walk between the Show’s West, Central and South Halls.
