Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 34 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Denver and Salt Lake City are in the same timezone (UTC-6).
Each week, there are 174 flights from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. The earliest departure from DEN to SLC is at 05:01 and the last is at 23:08.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between DEN and SLC:
Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field)
Albuquerque International Sunport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
$40 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Return flights start at $81. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To snag flight tickets from DEN to SLC, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Denver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
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Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SLC instead:
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
From Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.
When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The quietest month for a flight from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Salt Lake City is July, with the temperature ranging between 15 ºC and 36 ºC. Book your flights from Denver International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11 ºC and 5 ºC. Look for flight tickets from DEN to SLC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Salt Lake City
Once you've booked your flights from DEN to SLC, you'll want to find a hotel in Salt Lake City. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Temple Square and Utah State Capitol are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Salt Lake City to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Red Butte Garden.
Complete your Salt Lake City trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to Salt Lake City International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Salt Lake City stay.