Salt Lake City

$59+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City (SAN - SLC)

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SAN — SLC
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - SLC
1 stop16h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/510:25 pmSLC - SAN
1 stop24h 33mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$174
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:47 pmSAN - SLC
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Wed 12/312:30 pmSLC - SAN
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - SLC
1 stop4h 29mFrontier
Thu 1/17:23 pmSLC - SAN
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:52 amSAN - SLC
Nonstop2h 06mFrontier
Mon 1/58:58 pmSLC - SAN
1 stop18h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$221
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:25 amSAN - SLC
1 stop16h 42mFrontier
Mon 1/58:58 pmSLC - SAN
1 stop27h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - SLC
1 stop4h 29mFrontier
Sun 1/49:23 pmSLC - SAN
2 stops16h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:10 pmSAN - SLC
1 stop4h 36mFrontier
Thu 1/87:23 pmSLC - SAN
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - SLC
1 stop16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:18 pmSLC - SAN
Nonstop2h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$239

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Salt Lake City (SLC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$82
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$292

Good round-trip deal

$176 or less

Good one-way deal

$102 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Mon 1/26

5:58 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Salt Lake City

Tue 2/3

8:35 am-11:31 pm

1 stop15h 56m

$93

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Thu 1/22

9:45 pm-9:49 am

1 stop11h 04m

Salt Lake City

Mon 1/26

8:02 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$110

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Fri 2/20

6:30 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Salt Lake City

Mon 2/23

10:30 am-4:04 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$110

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Thu 1/15

9:12 pm-7:42 am

1 stop9h 30m

Salt Lake City

Sun 1/18

7:23 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$110

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Thu 2/19

9:12 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Salt Lake City

Sun 2/22

10:55 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$118

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Sun 3/1

6:30 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Salt Lake City

Sat 3/7

9:57 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$129

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Wed 2/18

7:11 am-8:44 am

1 stop24h 33m

Salt Lake City

Sun 2/22

9:59 pm-10:45 am

1 stop13h 46m

$133

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Wed 1/21

9:55 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Salt Lake City

Sat 1/24

8:45 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$137

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Wed 2/4

7:03 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Salt Lake City

Sat 2/7

3:37 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$137

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Tue 1/27

6:15 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Salt Lake City

Fri 1/30

3:37 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$137

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Salt Lake City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Salt Lake City flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Salt Lake City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Salt Lake City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Salt Lake City flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Salt Lake City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City (average of $40). Flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $93). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to SLC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Salt Lake City flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for San Diego to Salt Lake City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Salt Lake City trip
Airports
SAN

For a stress-free departure, arrive at SAN at least two hours early due to potential traffic congestion near the airport.

SLC

Use the TRAX light rail for a quick trip downtown from SLC. It’s a convenient option right from the airport.

Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SLC

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Salt Lake City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salt Lake City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Salt Lake City. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Diego to Salt Lake City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    To fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City, you need to book a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Salt Lake City (SLC). Nonstop flights to Salt Lake City from San Diego take 2h 03m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 23 outbound flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Salt Lake City flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    Departing from San Diego to Salt Lake City will take you 2h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 626 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Salt Lake City, with prices starting at $54. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $74 and $87, respectively. Frontier is 76% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Salt Lake City one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City are Frontier ($43), Spirit Airlines ($44), and Alaska Airlines ($68).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    Consider Virgin Atlantic (94%), Korean Air (94%) or Aeromexico (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Salt Lake City is $48. On average you can expect to pay $372. The most popular route, (San Diego - Salt Lake City), can usually be booked for $93.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Salt Lake City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Salt Lake City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City (average of $40). Flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $93). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$133Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$136Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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