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Cheapest round-trip
$156
Typical prices: $123-$273
Frontier
Mon 11/12Wed 11/14
SLC - PHX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$158
Typical prices: $121-$275
Frontier
Sun 10/21Wed 10/24
SLC - PHX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, Delta and others. Average duration is 1h 47m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $181 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix (SLC-PHX)

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

Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
Frontier Logo
4:16 pm - 12:42 amSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
8h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
4:23 pm - 6:00 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 37mnonstop
$156Frontier
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 4
Frontier Logo
9:28 am - 12:17 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
7:15 am - 3:21 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$156Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 6:42 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
25h 35m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 9:38 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
25h 16m1 stop San Diego
$263Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:06 pm - 7:40 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
24h 34m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 12:00 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
15h 38m1 stop San Diego
$263Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 7:10 amSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 50mnonstop
Southwest Logo
8:25 am - 11:10 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 45mnonstop
$281Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
9:25 pm - 10:10 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:30 am - 12:05 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 35mnonstop
$285Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 2:24 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 51mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:45 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
2h 00mnonstop
$301American Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 9:55 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 45mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 10:57 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 47mnonstop
$301American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 9:34 amSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 49mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:25 pm - 8:04 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 39mnonstop
$339Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
11:29 am - 1:15 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
1h 46mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:11 pm - 9:54 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 43mnonstop
$339Delta
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix start at $156. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $123 to $273. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $156 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Phoenix, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Phoenix at $151 round-trip.
•July ($295) and June ($258) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% 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 Salt Lake City to Phoenix

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and 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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Key details for Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$89
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 58% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Salt Lake City to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix

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

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 6:52 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:10 pm and lands at 12:57 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 47m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to Phoenix takes 1h 47m, covering 507 miles.

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

    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 Salt Lake City to Phoenix flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix range from $123 to $273, with an average of $187 over the past 12 months. Anything below $123 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 35% above the route average of $187. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $186 round-trip and layover options via Denver Intl (DEN) at $181.

  • How does Delta’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights are:

    • Delta: 92% on time
    • Frontier: 90% on time
    • American Airlines: 90% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 89% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 32%, evening flights for 18%, and night flights for 12%.

  • Have flight prices from Salt Lake City to Phoenix 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 $156 to $1,096. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

    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.

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

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Phoenix are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $123, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Phoenix?

    Since Phoenix is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) — daily rates from around $18:

    • NU Car
    • Easirent
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

    Near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) — daily rates from around $28:

    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and may arrive at several airports in Phoenix area, including Phoenix-Mesa Gateway (AZA), Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal (SCF).

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

    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.

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

    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 Salt Lake City to Phoenix route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 1 minute.

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Salt Lake City to Phoenix route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 32%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $157 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $229: a $72 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    4 airlines operate flights between Salt Lake City and Phoenix. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 5h 21m via San Francisco (SFO) and 6h 33m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Phoenix?

    Some of the most popular sights in Phoenix are Phoenix Convention Center, Chase Field and Camelback Ranch. These are among the most viewed places in Phoenix on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Salt Lake City to Phoenix flights?

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City to Phoenix 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $157 - about $72 less than Sunday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Phoenix trip for February. Fares historically average $151 round-trip in that month - typically $144 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 92% of Delta flights from Salt Lake City to Phoenix arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 89%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 1 minute, 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $181 round-trip on this route - about $5 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport.
    - SureStay by Best Western Phoenix Airport
    - Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Phoenix Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Salt Lake City to Phoenix?

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

Direct departures

Salt Lake City to Phoenix

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

Phoenix to Salt Lake City

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

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