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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,723. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Salt Lake City.R 1,209 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,209, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,239 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,239, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,375 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,375, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,392 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,392, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,448 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,448, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,488 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,488, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,572 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,572, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,993 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,993, select.

Salt Lake City.R 1,995 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,995, select.

Salt Lake City.R 2,156 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,156, select.

Salt Lake City.R 2,213 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,213, select.

Salt Lake City.R 2,217 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,217, select.

Salt Lake City.R 2,276 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 25 May, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,276, select.

Salt Lake City.R 2,307 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,307, select.

Salt Lake City.R 2,363 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,363, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Salt Lake City flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City

San Francisco International to Salt Lake City: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Salt Lake City.

San Francisco to Salt Lake City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,209
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 59 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	398

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City is R 2,515. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City?

1 hour and 59 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City?

United, Delta and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City?

As of August 2026, there are 398 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Salt Lake City is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport on Thursday, 27 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 59 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Salt Lake City?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Salt Lake City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Salt Lake City?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Salt Lake City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Salt Lake City.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Salt Lake City is one hour ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Flights from SFO to SLC start from 05:40 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 20:10 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 68 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SFO to SLC flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Salt Lake City, the United States. Take off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport:
Delta is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a reliable 85.15% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta has the best on-time performance for SFO to SLC flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and SLC:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Harry Reid International Airport
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight is R 1,209. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,515. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to SLC, book your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to SLC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SLC instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Salt Lake City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt to explore Salt Lake City and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Salt Lake City Airport around four weeks before you travel.

Getting from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City

You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.
From Salt Lake City Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)

July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Salt Lake City in March.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Salt Lake City, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to SLC in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

Salt Lake City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Salt Lake City, a trip to Boise will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Cathedral Of The Rockies, Boise Depot and St. John's Cathedral.
Provo is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 64 kilometres south of Salt Lake City. No journey is complete without experiencing Rock Canyon, Rock Canyon Park and Rock Canyon.