Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 56 minutes. The timezone in Salt Lake City is UTC-6, so it's 1 hour ahead of San Diego.
Flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport start from 06:15 — the earliest with Spirit Airlines. The last departure is the 23:20 service with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of 129 weekly services from SAN to SLC.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SAN and SLC include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is Rs11,601. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs25,446. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from SAN to SLC.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flights from SAN to SLC. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether airfares have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The journey from central San Diego to San Diego International Airport takes approximately 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Consider staying in a hotel near SLC if you're taking a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.
When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Salt Lake City. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Salt Lake City is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap flights from SAN to SLC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Salt Lake City
Start your Salt Lake City trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from SAN to SLC, browse our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Temple Square, Utah State Capitol and Red Butte Garden are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Salt Lake City itinerary.
Complete your Salt Lake City trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Salt Lake City International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Salt Lake City stay.
