Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
Salt Lake City's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Salt Lake City two hours behind Durham.
Flights from RDU to SLC start from 07:10 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 18:55 with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RDU to SLC flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Delta offers direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Salt Lake City — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Delta is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating RDU to SLC flights is Delta. Its services arrive without delay 76.47% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RDU and SLC include:
Denver International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
Currently, 91 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 205 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RDU to SLC, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RDU to SLC.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that depart Raleigh / Durham Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RDU? If you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SLC:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Salt Lake City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt and explore beyond Salt Lake City's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Salt Lake City Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
SLC is located at 776 North Terminal Drive.
From Salt Lake City Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Salt Lake City, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to SLC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Salt Lake City, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 483 kilometres north-west to Boise to check off its top attractions. From Cathedral Of The Rockies to Boise Depot and St. John's Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres south of Salt Lake City, Provo is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Rock Canyon, Rock Canyon Park and Rock Canyon.