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Flight deals from Salt Lake City to Houston

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,926. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.R 962 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 962, select.
Houston.R 979 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 979, select.
Houston.R 994 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 994, select.
Houston.R 1,108 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,108, select.
Houston.R 1,878 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,878, select.
Houston.R 1,929 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Salt Lake City on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,929, select.
Houston.R 1,931 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Salt Lake City on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,931, select.
Houston.R 1,931 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Salt Lake City on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,931, select.
Houston.R 1,931 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Salt Lake City on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,931, select.
Houston.R 1,945 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Salt Lake City on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,945, select.
Houston.R 3,403 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,403, select.
Houston.R 4,377 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,377, select.
Houston.R 5,457 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Salt Lake City on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,457, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salt Lake City to Houston flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 1,880
Aug
from R 963
Sep
from R 980
Oct
from R 995
Nov
from R 1,109
Dec
from R 1,933
Jan
from R 4,381
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Direct flights from Salt Lake City to Houston

Alternative Salt Lake City to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Salt Lake City to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Houston Hobby

15km from central Houston
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from R 1,933
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
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from R 963
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Salt Lake City to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 963
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week143

Finding cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Salt Lake City to Houston is R 1,925. 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.
3 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Salt Lake City to Houston.
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Salt Lake City to Houston.
As of July 2026, there are 143 flights per week flying from Salt Lake City to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Houston is usually August.
If you're flying from Salt Lake City Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,925.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City Airport to Houston on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
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 Houston 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.

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

In July, the average temperature is usually around 29°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and KLM offer the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Houston: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • Houston is one hour ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Houston runs on the UTC-6 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take your pick of 43 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SLC to IAH is the 06:32 United Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 20:50 with Delta Air Lines.

  • To avoid rushing for your SLC to Houston flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as March? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Start your trip at SLC and travel nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston tickets.

  • You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston. Book your journey with one of these:

  • SLC is about 8 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SLC:

  • Salt Lake City International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SLC touch down on schedule 85% of the time.

  • SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Houston

  • R 963 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,925. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from SLC to Houston, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Finding a cheap flight from SLC to Houston is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find a cheap flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 50 minutes or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SLC to Houston flight:

  • Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month for a trip to Houston. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • Book a Salt Lake City International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLC to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • Houston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.

  • Dallas is another standout destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Salt Lake City to Houston

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