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Cheapest return flight
£68
Typical prices: £74-£194
Frontier
Wed 5/12Fri 7/12
DEN - SLC • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£98
Typical prices: £74-£194
Southwest
Wed 5/12Fri 7/12
DEN - SLC • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest, and others. Average duration is 1h 39m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £225 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Denver to Salt Lake City (DEN-SLC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Denver to Salt Lake City

Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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10:55 - 12:32DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 37mdirect
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14:07 - 15:53SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
25h 46m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
£68Frontier
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Frontier Logo
08:34 - 10:08DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 34mdirect
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19:12 - 09:31SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
14h 19m1 stop Los Angeles
£69Frontier
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Southwest Logo
16:05 - 17:40DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
06:55 - 08:35SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
1h 40mdirect
£98Southwest
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Frontier Logo
22:29 - 13:06DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
14h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
14:07 - 09:24SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
19h 17m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Ontario
£106Frontier
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Southwest Logo
08:35 - 10:15DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 40mdirect
Southwest Logo
11:45 - 13:20SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
1h 35mdirect
£108Southwest
Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Southwest Logo
15:10 - 22:10DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 00m2 stops Reno Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
06:55 - 08:35SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
1h 40mdirect
£109Southwest
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Southwest Logo
06:00 - 13:10DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 10m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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05:05 - 09:25SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
4h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
£113Southwest
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Southwest Logo
05:00 - 09:30DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
06:35 - 08:00SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
1h 25mdirect
£115Southwest
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Southwest Logo
12:05 - 19:30DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 25m2 stops Oakland San Diego
Southwest Logo
17:00 - 22:30SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
5h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
£117Southwest
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Southwest Logo
08:50 - 10:30DEN  Denver Intl-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 40mdirect
Southwest Logo
05:00 - 06:30SLC  Salt Lake City-DEN Denver Intl
1h 30mdirect
£118Southwest
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Denver to Salt Lake City flights

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How much is a return flight from Denver to Salt Lake City?

Return flights from Denver to Salt Lake City typically range from £74 to £194. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £68 on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to Salt Lake City. It's 21% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Salt Lake City at £103 return.
•September (£167) and June (£150) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Denver to Salt Lake City are cheapest 14 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.

Key details for Denver to Salt Lake City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£49
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Denver to Salt Lake City

When to book flights from Denver to Salt Lake City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver to Salt Lake City?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 00:25 and lands at 02:04
    • Latest: departs at 22:49 and lands at 00:28.

    The flight takes about 1h 39m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Denver to Salt Lake City?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Denver to Salt Lake City.

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

    A direct flight from Denver to Salt Lake City takes 1h 39m, covering 390 miles.

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

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

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

    Return flights from Denver to Salt Lake City range from £74 to £194, with an average of £130 over the past 12 months. Anything below £74 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the £130 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Denver to Salt Lake City?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £130 return, compared with £225 via a stopover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

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

    • Frontier: 89% on time
    • Delta: 87% on time
    • United Airlines: 85% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 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 Denver to Salt Lake City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Denver to Salt Lake City flights, with 39% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 28%, and Night flights for 4%.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Denver to Salt Lake City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £72, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)?

    Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £46 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • NU Car
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Denver to Salt Lake City usually depart from Denver Intl (DEN) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Denver 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 on the route from Denver 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 Denver to Salt Lake City route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 58m.

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

    Connecting flights from Denver to Salt Lake City most commonly pass through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 40% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Denver to Salt Lake City. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £104 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £169, a difference of £64.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Denver to Salt Lake City?

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

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Delta
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 08m, compared to 8h 53m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • 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 and Utah Governor's Mansion. These are among the most viewed places in Salt Lake City on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Denver to Salt Lake City flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 Denver to Salt Lake City 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
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Denver 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £104, about £64 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 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 Denver to Salt Lake City trip for January. Fares historically average £103 return in that month – typically £64 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 89% of Frontier flights from Denver to Salt Lake City arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 58m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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

Prefer to fly direct from Denver to Salt Lake City?

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

Direct departures

Denver Intl to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Salt Lake City to Denver Intl

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest, +1 more

Delta,Frontier, +2 more

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