Flying from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Salt Lake City's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Albuquerque.
Each week, there are 23 Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 05:30 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:40 with Delta Air Lines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ABQ to SLC flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Delta offers direct flights from Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Salt Lake City — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
With a reliable 95.43% of services landing on schedule, Delta has the best on-time record for ABQ to SLC flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ABQ and SLC include:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from ABQ touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
To get to Albuquerque Airport from central Albuquerque, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ABQ? If you've booked an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
Book a hotel close to SLC if you have a late Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Salt Lake City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt to explore Salt Lake City and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Salt Lake City Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
The quietest month for a flight from Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Albuquerque Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Salt Lake City, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to SLC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Salt Lake City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Salt Lake City, a visit to Boise will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Cathedral Of The Rockies, Boise Depot and St. John's Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Provo, roughly 64 kilometres south of Salt Lake City. Rock Canyon, Rock Canyon Park and Rock Canyon are among the biggest draws.
