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

Direct flights from Sacramento International to Salt Lake City

Sacramento International to Salt Lake City: Alternative routes

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

Sacramento to Salt Lake City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP7,545
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week104

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to Salt Lake City is P7,545. 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.
1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to Salt Lake City.
WestJet, Southwest Airlines and Delta fly direct from Sacramento International to Salt Lake City.
As of December 2025, there are 104 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to Salt Lake City.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to Salt Lake City is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport on Friday, 23 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Salt Lake City.

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

  • Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport.

  • Salt Lake City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Salt Lake City one hour ahead of Sacramento.

  • You can choose from 107 weekly Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flights. The 05:30 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:50.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SMF to SLC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Salt Lake City (and then seeing more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Delta Air Lines.

  • Delta Air Lines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for SMF to SLC flights, with 90.8% of services landing on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SMF and SLC:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Bob Hope Airport

    • John Wayne Airport

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flight is P4,054. A return ticket right now is P7,545. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SMF to SLC, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SMF to SLC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport.

Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

  • SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

  • Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF arrive on schedule 82.15% of the time.

  • Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.

  • Need a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to SMF.

Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

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

  • SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.

  • From Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 2 hours 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Salt Lake City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMF to SLC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Salt Lake City has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Salt Lake City, a visit to Boise will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Idaho State Capitol Building, Old Idaho Penitentiary and Zoo Boise.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, head for Provo, roughly 64 kilometres south of Salt Lake City. Museum of Art at Brigham Young University, BYU Museum of Palaeontology and Utah Lake State Park are among its highlights.

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