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Cheapest round-trip
$201
Typical prices: $393-$635
Frontier
Tue 12/4Tue 12/11
CVG - SLC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$509
Typical prices: $449-$751
Delta
Wed 12/5Sat 12/8
CVG - SLC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 4h 01m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $360 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City (CVG-SLC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Frontier Logo
7:02 pm - 9:35 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
28h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
11:03 am - 5:59 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$201Frontier
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
Frontier Logo
4:33 pm - 12:04 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
9h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:40 am - 3:20 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$203Frontier
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 3:20 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
20h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$222Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Fri, Feb 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:10 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 3:20 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
20h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$234Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:15 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 7:50 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$417Southwest
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:40 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 5:55 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
$427Southwest
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
8:08 am - 8:09 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
14h 01m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
9:59 am - 3:27 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
3h 28mnonstop
$478Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Fri, Jan 15
Delta Logo
8:08 am - 8:09 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
14h 01m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
9:59 am - 3:27 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
3h 28mnonstop
$478Delta
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 29
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:33 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:26 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$529United Airlines
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27
United Airlines Logo
5:12 pm - 10:32 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 11:53 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$539United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City typically range from $393 to $635. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $201, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City at $422 round-trip.
•December ($599) and November ($569) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City

When to book flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 10:06 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:59 pm and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 01m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City takes 4h 01m, covering 1,446 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City range from $393 to $635, with an average of $487 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 59% above the $487 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $360 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $548 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Delta is the only airline operating Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $201 to $1,377. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Cincinnati to Salt Lake City route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $257, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)?

    Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • NU Car
    • Fox
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cincinnati to Salt Lake City route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 25m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $469 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $539, a difference of $70.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Only Delta operates flights between Cincinnati and Salt Lake City.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 39m, compared with 6h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 9h 33m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Salt Lake City?

    Salt Lake City is 2 hours behind Cincinnati (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Salt Lake City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Salt Lake City are Salt Palace Convention Center, Vivint Smart Home Arena and Temple Square. These are among the most viewed places in Salt Lake City on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights?

    Among airlines operating Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights:

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which airlines offer special diets on flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    While traveling from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City, some airlines, like United Airlines, give its passengers the choice of enjoying special meals. several types. They are suitable for a range of travelers, especially those who have certain medical requirements.

  • How convenient are flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City to persons with reduced mobility?

    All airlines that fly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City provide wheelchair assistance to passengers with limited mobility at both the departing and arrival airports. Scandinavian airlines are highly regarded for their on board staff's civility and willingness to extend extra assistance to passengers with limited mobility.

  • Which airline has the most favorable carry-on policy for flights to Cincinnati and Salt Lake City?

    You need an airline with a more forgiving carry-on policy if you're flying from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City with a lot of luggage. Among the carriers that fly this route, Frontier has the cheapest carry-on regulations.

  • Can I upgrade to first class after booking economy for flight from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City?

    Yes. When you reserve a journey with United Airlines in economy or business class, you have the choice to upgrade your fare for a small, occasionally-varying cost. You will pay less for first class by doing this than if you made the initial reservation directly.

Your guide to booking Cincinnati to Salt Lake City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $469, about $70 less than Tuesday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to Salt Lake City trip for May. Fares historically average $422 round-trip in that month - typically $177 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $360 round-trip on this route - about $188 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Salt Lake City Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salt Lake City Airport
    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport
  • You can either fly directly from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City or have layovers along the way, depending on the airline you choose when you make your reservation. Only Delta Airlines provides non-stop service from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City, with Salt Lake City International Airport serving as the destination airport and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport functioning as the departing airport.
  • The two airports with the most common layovers for flights between Cincinnati and Salt Lake City are Denver International Airport (DEN) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). United Airlines, the most well-known carrier offering nonstop service from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City, will require you to make a stop at either IAH or DEN.
  • On domestic flights, which include the flights from Cincinnati to Salt Lake City, Delta Airlines offers free seating for children under 2 years old who sit on an adult's lap. Therefore, if you will be traveling with your children, it is more affordable to book a flight on Delta Airlines than it is on any other airline along this route. Other than Delta Airlines, American Airlines is known for providing parents who are traveling with children priority boarding.
  • Although Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Cincinnati Municipal Lunken Airport (CVG) are the recommended departure and arrival airports for flights between Cincinnati and Salt Lake City, there is also the option to travel from LUK and land at SLC. You are more likely to get cheaper airline fares because this is a less traveled route.
  • There are several benefits to booking Amazon Air or Atlas Air for your trip to Salt Lake City. These airlines use CVG as their hub. A major factor in this benefit is the substantial number of daily flights that connect CVG and SLC, which raises your likelihood of discovering a trip that fits within your schedule.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport to Salt Lake City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Salt Lake City to Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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