Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport takes an average of 1 hour 52 minutes. The timezone in Salt Lake City is UTC-6, which makes it 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles.
For the first departure, jump on the 05:30 flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you want to leave later, the last flight is at 23:00. With 99 weekly flights from LAX to SLC, you can pick the one that's best for you.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and SLC include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
RM116 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Return flights start from RM283. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from LAX to SLC, book your trip 10 months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from LAX to SLC every day.
Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 54 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SLC instead:
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
From Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Salt Lake City in April.
The warmest month in Salt Lake City is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to SLC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 5ºC on average.
More about Salt Lake City
As soon as you've booked your flights from LAX to SLC, you'll want to find a place to stay in Salt Lake City. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Temple Square, Utah State Capitol and Red Butte Garden are must-do's during your Salt Lake City adventure.
Complete your Salt Lake City trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. 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 travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Salt Lake City stay.