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

• Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 8:23 am
• Latest: departs at 7:11 pm and lands at 9:19 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 08m.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from San Diego to Salt Lake City takes 2h 08m, covering 626 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City range from $177 to $355, with an average of $252 over the past 12 months. Anything below $177 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 61% above the $252 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $228 round-trip via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), compared to $253 for nonstop.

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.

The Embraer 170 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Salt Lake City flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 30%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $136 to $1,066. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Diego to Salt Lake City flights:

• Delta
• Alaska Airlines
• 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.

One-way fares from San Diego to Salt Lake City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $92, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Fox
• NU Car
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Thrifty

Flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from San Diego to Salt Lake City. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $228 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $323, 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.

3 airlines operate flights between San Diego and Salt Lake City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Alaska Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Sacramento Intl (SMF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 12m, compared with 4h 34m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 50m via Denver Intl (DEN).

Salt Lake City is 1 hour ahead of San Diego (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating San Diego to Salt Lake City flights:

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

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

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
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: 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.

Yes. The airport has elegant lounges offering excellent services and amenities. The environment is so calm and relaxing, and you can finish up on work before you leave the airport. Some lounges are fitted with bars and DJ booths to ensure that your short stay there is fantastic. You can contact your airline to inquire about access to their lounges.

The airport is approximately 8 miles from downtown Salt Lake City, and it doesn't take long to drive there. From here, you have about five transit options to get to the city, including Line 704 tram, which is the cheapest option, Towncar, taxi, car rental, and bus. A car rental is the best option if you want to move around the city.

Arrive at San Diego International Airport (SAN) at least 2h before your flight's departure time. If traveling with luggage, people with disabilities, or children, you should allow extra time for security and check-in. Contact the airport or visit their website for wait time information. Keep in mind, however, that wait times can vary depending on various factors, including traffic.

A flight from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to SLC is not a long one. Therefore, several airlines are operating direct flights on this route daily. These airlines include Virgin Atlantic, Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Japan Airlines, KLM, and Air France. Compare the prices to save some money.