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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $302-$526
Delta
Sun 9/30Sat 10/6
IAH - SLC • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$72
Typical prices: $169-$368
Frontier
Sat 9/15
IAH - SLC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Delta and Southwest. Average duration is 3h 19m
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Cheapest • 6% average savings
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $202 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Salt Lake City

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

Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
7:25 am - 9:40 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 15mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 9:58 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 03mnonstop
$217Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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7:25 am - 9:40 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 15mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 9:57 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 02mnonstop
$217Delta
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 10:58 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 23mnonstop
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6:44 am - 10:52 amSLC  Salt Lake City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 08mnonstop
$217United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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8:25 pm - 10:48 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 23mnonstop
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6:40 am - 10:47 amSLC  Salt Lake City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 07mnonstop
$217United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 17
Frontier Logo
5:20 am - 12:43 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:24 pm - 6:02 amSLC  Salt Lake City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
8h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$218Frontier
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19
Frontier Logo
6:40 am - 10:51 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:46 am - 12:42 amSLC  Salt Lake City-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$218Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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9:25 am - 11:35 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 10mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 11:30 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$227Southwest
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:15 am - 10:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 05mnonstop
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11:30 am - 5:25 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 55m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$227Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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8:15 am - 10:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 05mnonstop
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6:10 am - 4:40 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$227JetBlue
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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1:20 pm - 4:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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6:10 am - 12:35 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$237JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Salt Lake City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Houston to Salt Lake City with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Salt Lake City start at $217. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $302 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $217 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Salt Lake City, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Salt Lake City?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Salt Lake City at $300 round-trip.
  • March ($496) and June ($472) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Salt Lake City the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Salt Lake City are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Houston to Salt Lake City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on IAH

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SLC

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Houston to Salt Lake City flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$72
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Salt Lake City

When to book flights from Houston to Salt Lake City

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Your Houston to Salt Lake City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Houston to Salt Lake City flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Houston to Salt Lake City?

    3 airlines operate flights between Houston and Salt Lake City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • United Airlines
    • Delta
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Houston to Salt Lake City may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston 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
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston to Salt Lake City.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $202 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $462 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston 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 airports do connecting flights from Houston to Salt Lake City pass through?

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 88% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Houston to Salt Lake City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $367 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $462, a difference of $95. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Houston 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 Houston to Salt Lake City route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 34 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston to Salt Lake City flights, with 58% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 28%, afternoon flights for 14%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • 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, The University of Utah and Vivint Smart Home Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Salt Lake City on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Salt Lake City takes 3h 19m, covering 1,203 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:08 am and lands at 10:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:25 pm and lands at 12:44 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 19m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $413. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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.

  • Have flight prices from Houston 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 $217 to $1,318. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston to Salt Lake City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $105, which is 56% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Houston to Salt Lake City?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 11m, compared with 7h 59m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 9h 20m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Salt Lake City is 1 hour behind Houston (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Fox
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · NU Car
    · Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Salt Lake City range from $302 to $526, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $302 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Houston to Salt Lake City flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Houston to Salt Lake City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $367 - about $95 less than Sunday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Salt Lake City trip for August. Fares historically average $300 round-trip in that month - typically $196 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 88% of Delta flights from Houston to Salt Lake City arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 87%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 34 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $202 round-trip on this route - about $260 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.
    - Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Salt Lake City Airport
    - Hyatt Place Salt Lake City Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to Salt Lake City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston to Salt Lake City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Salt Lake City to Houston

Monday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Southwest,United Airlines

Delta,Southwest, +1 more

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