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

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SAN — SLC
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Salt Lake City are usually found in August or July, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$110
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$59
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$167

Good round-trip deal

$222 or less

Good one-way deal

$126 or less
From San Diego to Salt Lake City
One-way flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1510:47 amSAN - SLC
Nonstop2h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/253:02 pmSLC - SAN
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$110
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:15 amSAN - SLC
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/72:06 pmSLC - SAN
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 7/1110:47 amSAN - SLC
Nonstop2h 02mFrontier
Mon 7/219:29 amSLC - SAN
Nonstop1h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$115
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:38 pmSAN - SLC
Nonstop1h 59mDelta
Wed 9/173:04 pmSLC - SAN
Nonstop1h 56mDelta
Deal found 7/1$157

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San Diego

Fri 8/15

10:47 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

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Mon 8/25

3:02 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$110

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Sat 9/6

6:15 am-1:57 pm

1 stop6h 42m

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Sun 9/7

2:06 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$113

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Fri 7/11

10:47 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Salt Lake City

Mon 7/14

9:29 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$115

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SAN - SLC

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San Diego

Wed 9/3

1:38 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Salt Lake City

Wed 9/17

3:04 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$157

San DiegoSalt Lake City

SAN - SLC

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San Diego

Sun 8/3

10:47 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$59

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SAN - SLC

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San Diego

Sun 8/17

6:15 am-1:57 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$64

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SAN - SLC

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San Diego

Tue 8/12

4:09 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$79

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SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Mon 9/1

6:20 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$88

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San Diego

Sat 8/30

6:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$89

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SAN - SLC

SANSLC

San Diego

Tue 9/2

10:18 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops15h 27m

$143

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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.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
SLC

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

Read more about SLCby Ramsey Qubein
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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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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 69 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 July 3, 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 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Salt Lake City flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Salt Lake City

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to SLC are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 July 3, 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

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 1h 58m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 10 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?

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Salt Lake City, with prices starting at $113. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $115 and $157, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 52% 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 ($59), Spirit Airlines ($64), and Hawaiian Airlines ($79).

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

    Consider EL AL (100%), LATAM Airlines (100%) or Korean Air (100%) 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 $78. On average you can expect to pay $1,179. The most popular route, (San Diego - Salt Lake City), can usually be booked for $95.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City (average of $277). Flying from San Diego to Salt Lake City in March is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$76Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$131Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$140Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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