Flying from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) leaving from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 9 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport.
The timezone in Salt Lake City is UTC-6, which is 2 hours behind New York. Salt Lake City International Airport is located in Salt Lake City.
With 48 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from EWR to SLC is with Delta at 20:00.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from New York to SLC.
August is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get to your destination in one go from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Direct flights from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport with Delta. This well-known airline operates departures from EWR.
EWR is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Looking to fly out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? You can reserve a direct flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) departing from this busy hub.
You have a choice of airlines that offer direct flights from New York to SLC departing from JFK. Take off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in about 1 hour and 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to SLC:
About Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SLC:
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City International Airport to central Salt Lake City is about 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
R 1,410 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport. Return flights start from R 2,920. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from New York to SLC if you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from New York to SLC.
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The best time to fly from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Salt Lake City, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Salt Lake City is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to SLC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -11ºC and 5ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport.
More about Salt Lake City
After locking in your flight from New York to Salt Lake City International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Salt Lake City:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Temple Square, Utah State Capitol and Red Butte Garden are must-do's during your Salt Lake City adventure.
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