PWM - SLC

$173 Find Cheap Flights from Portland to Salt Lake City - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $447-$607
Southwest
Mon 12/3Sat 12/8
PWM - SLC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$173
Typical prices: $210-$359
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/5
PWM - SLC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Portland and Salt Lake City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $472 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Salt Lake City!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Portland to Salt Lake City (PWM-SLC)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 2:10 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
10h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 9:50 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
6h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$385Southwest
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 26
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:32 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
9h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:37 pm - 11:55 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
7h 18m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$385Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:32 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
9h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:44 pm - 11:26 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
7h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$385Delta
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 8:00 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
9h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
2:37 pm - 11:55 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
7h 18m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$385Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
5:36 am - 12:10 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 11:19 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
12h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia
$390American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
9:38 am - 6:22 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
10h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 8:42 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
7h 17m1 stop Newark
$390United Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:30 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
12h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 9:43 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
11h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$395American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
9:12 am - 6:22 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
11h 10m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:02 am - 7:12 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
9h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$395United Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 23
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 2:40 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
7:45 am - 11:00 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
13h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$396Southwest
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 2:05 pmPWM  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
10h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 9:50 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PWM Portland
11h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$401Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Salt Lake City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Salt Lake City typically range from $447 to $607. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Salt Lake City. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Salt Lake City at $386 round-trip.
•April ($610) and March ($585) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Portland to Salt Lake City are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Portland to Salt Lake City flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$173
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Portland to Salt Lake City

When to book flights from Portland to Salt Lake City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Salt Lake City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Portland to Salt Lake City flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Salt Lake City takes 00m, covering 2,118 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Salt Lake City range from $447 to $607, with an average of $511 over the past 12 months. Anything below $447 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 73% above the $511 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Portland 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 $385 to $1,499. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Salt Lake City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $255, which is 13% 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 Portland to Salt Lake City?

    Flights from Portland to Salt Lake City usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Portland to Salt Lake City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $474 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $625, a difference of $151.

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

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 55m, compared with 7h 30m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 7h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Salt Lake City is 2 hours behind Portland (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.

Your guide to booking Portland 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $474, about $151 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Salt Lake City trip for August. Fares historically average $386 round-trip in that month - typically $224 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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

More options for your flight from Portland to Salt Lake City

Complete your trip to Salt Lake City with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Salt Lake City
Hotels in Salt Lake City
Vacations in Salt Lake City