Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Salt Lake City's timezone is UTC-7, making Salt Lake City one hour ahead of San Diego.
Pack your bags and choose from 58 weekly San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SAN to SLC flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, so jetting to Salt Lake City (and then seeing more of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Delta.
Delta ranks as the top on-time carrier for SAN to SLC flights, with 86.79% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAN and SLC:
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
San Jose International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
R 941 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,870. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAN to SLC, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAN:
Arriving at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
If you have a late San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near SLC:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Salt Lake City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt and explore beyond Salt Lake City's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Salt Lake City Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Salt Lake City in March.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport for July if you want to go to Salt Lake City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to SLC in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Salt Lake City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Salt Lake City, a trip to Boise will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cathedral Of The Rockies, Boise Depot and St. John's Cathedral.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Provo, about 64 kilometres south of Salt Lake City. Rock Canyon, Rock Canyon Park and Rock Canyon are among the biggest draws.
