Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City

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      Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,354. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City

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

      Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City

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      Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City: Alternative routes

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

      Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 1,677
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time4 hrs, 52 mins
      Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
      Average flights per week166

      Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City is R 3,354. 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.
      4 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City.
      Southwest Airlines, Delta and Air France fly direct from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City.
      As of August 2026, there are 166 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City.
      The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 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 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.

      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.

      Travelling from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): What you need to know

      • Start your trip planning by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Explore your options for setting off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), two of the city's main airports.

      • The average length of a direct Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport flight is 5 hours.

      • Salt Lake City International Airport is located in Salt Lake City. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is two hours behind Washington DC.

      • Choose from 7 direct services every week between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). This is the busiest route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 5:10pm departure from DCA to SLC.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to SLC.

      • Travelling during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      Airports in Washington DC

      Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

      • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) are available from here.

      • When leaving from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport with Delta Air Lines.

      • Most travellers choose to fly with Delta between DCA and SLC.

      • With a reliable 85.25% of services arriving as planned, Delta is the top on-time carrier serving this route.

      • The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

      • Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:

      • 71% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport land at their destination on time.

      • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

      Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

      • Prefer to leave from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.

      • Delta Air Lines operates direct flights from Washington DC to SLC out of IAD. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in one go.

      • Delta has the largest share of bookings on the IAD to SLC route.

      • Among the carriers operating flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Salt Lake City International Airport, United has the best record for on-time arrivals.

      • Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.

      • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to SLC flight:

      • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.

      • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

      Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

      • One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).

      • Delta Air Lines is one trusted airline that offers direct Washington DC to SLC plane tickets from BWI.

      • The airline with the highest booking numbers between BWI and SLC is Delta.

      • The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Delta. Its services land without delay 77.59% of the time.

      • The trip to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

      • Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport flight:

      • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations when they should. At BWI, that figure is 77%.

      About Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

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

      • Salt Lake City International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Salt Lake City. It takes around 10 minutes or so to drive to the city.

      • Travelling on public transport takes around 20 minutes.

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

      • At the moment, R 1,677 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,354. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Get cheap flights from Washington DC to SLC by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

      • August is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

      • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Washington DC to SLC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

      • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

      The best time to fly from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

      • Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Salt Lake City. March is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

      • Book a Washington DC to SLC plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salt Lake City to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

      • January sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Salt Lake City International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

      More about Salt Lake City

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've done Salt Lake City, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 241 kilometres north to Pocatello to tick off its leading attractions. From Bannock County Historical Museum to Pocatello Zoo and Satterfield Bike Trails, there's plenty to keep you busy.

      • If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Logan, roughly 105 kilometres north of Salt Lake City. Museum of Anthropology, Bridger Bike Park and White Pine Lake are highlights.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.