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Chicago or Las Vegas?
Both are city life, food and nightlife destinations in North America. Chicago adds architecture and history. Las Vegas adds luxury and adventure.
| Chicago | Las Vegas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | expensive |
| Crowds at peak | medium | high |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Warmest month | June, 27°C | July, 42°C |
| Coolest month | January, 1°C | January, 14°C |
| Known for | Willis Tower, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, The Art Institute of Chicago | Bellagio fountains, the Sphere, Red Rock Canyon, world-class chef restaurants |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Chicago | Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1°C | 14°C |
| Feb | 1°C | 18°C |
| Mar | 9°C | 21°C |
| Apr | 15°C | 29°C |
| May | 20°C | 33°C |
| Jun | 27°C | 38°C |
| Jul | 27°C | 42°C |
| Aug | 27°C | 39°C |
| Sep | 24°C | 36°C |
| Oct | 17°C | 28°C |
| Nov | 10°C | 20°C |
| Dec | 5°C | 15°C |
So which one?
Pick Chicago if…
you want architecture and history. It suits families particularly well. It also works in June, July, August, when Las Vegas is off-season.
Pick Las Vegas if…
you want luxury and adventure. It suits couples and solo travellers particularly well. It also works in March, April, October, November.
Both are at their best in May, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Chicago or Las Vegas cheaper?
Chicago is mid-priced for a week, Las Vegas is expensive.
Which is warmer, Chicago or Las Vegas?
Chicago peaks at 27°C in June; Las Vegas peaks at 42°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.