Travelling from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Explore the options for setting off from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK), the city's main airports.
1 hour 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport flight.
Salt Lake City is one hour ahead of Sacramento. Salt Lake City International Airport is located in Salt Lake City, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), with 37 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from SMF to SLC is the 5:30am Delta Air Lines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 8pm with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Sacramento to SLC.
During high season, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You can hop on a direct flight from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) out of Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
You can book a direct flight from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top carrier offers services from SMF.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between SMF and SLC is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport.
82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SMF.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
You can arrive at SCK from the centre of Sacramento in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to travel the 88 kilometres or so.
The day before your Sacramento to SLC flight, why not spend another night away from home? Stay at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are close to Stockton Airport.
55.67% of flights out of Stockton Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Have a late flight from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SLC and get cosy, quick:
Pick up a Salt Lake City International Airport rental car and explore Salt Lake City and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport flight.
The street address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
The centre of Salt Lake City is roughly 8 kilometres from Salt Lake City International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes around 2 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
68 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport. A return flight starts from 141 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Sacramento to SLC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Salt Lake City. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Sacramento to SLC plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salt Lake City to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Salt Lake City
Start your Salt Lake City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Salt Lake City International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Salt Lake City won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights worth exploring include Salt Lake Temple, Temple Square and The Tabernacle.
Explore more of the United States
Salt Lake City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 241 kilometres north of Salt Lake City, a trip to Pocatello will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Caldwell Park, Old Town and Bannock County Historical Museum.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Logan, about 105 kilometres north of Salt Lake City. Museum of Anthropology, Bridger Bike Park and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are key reasons to visit.