Filling up in Las Vegas just got a little cheaper. Nevada’s average price for a gallon of regular gas fell 9 cents in a week to $5.33, according to AAA’s weekly fuel report released Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026.
The numbers
- Nevada average: $5.33, down 9 cents from a week earlier
- Las Vegas average: $5.38
- Reno average: $5.52
- National average: $4.27, down 6 cents
Why prices are dropping
AAA says the seasonal switch to winter-blend gasoline, which is cheaper to produce, is pushing pump prices down. But crude oil prices near $100 a barrel, driven by instability around the Strait of Hormuz, are keeping prices from falling further.
Even with the dip, AAA Mountain West spokesperson Doug Johnson said this month “is poised to set a record as the most expensive October ever for gas prices,” following record highs in August and September.
What it means for locals and visitors
Las Vegas drivers are still paying more than a dollar above the national average, so every few cents matters, especially for commuters and rideshare and delivery drivers who fill up often. If the winter-blend trend holds, prices could keep easing in the coming weeks, but oil markets remain the wild card. Visitors driving in from California or Arizona may want to compare prices along the way.
Driver tip: Prices vary from station to station, so it pays to check a gas-price app before you fill up.
Sources
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