Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO): what you need to know
Leave plenty of time to catch your SLC to DRO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SLC and DRO:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport flight is R 4,286. A return plane ticket right now is R 4,316. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SLC to DRO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport.
Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82.4% of flights that depart SLC arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Salt Lake City International Airport from central Salt Lake City, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SLC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
Grab a Durango-La Plata County Airport rental car and explore Durango and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Avis and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserve your ride from Durango-La Plata County Airport a few weeks before your trip to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) to central Durango
The address for DRO is 1000 Airport Rd.
Durango-La Plata County Airport to central Durango has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Durango. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Durango-La Plata County Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Durango, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SLC to DRO around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Durango, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 370 kilometres north-east to Denver to tick off its top attractions. From Denver Art Museum to Union Station and Denver Botanic Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Durango, Albuquerque is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque Biological Park and ABQ BioPark Aquarium.
