$50 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to Salt Lake City (IAH-SLC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $50 for one-way flights and $126 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 20
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$126 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $126 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$128 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $128 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 24
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$129 Roundtrip, just found
$129
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $129 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 21
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$132 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $132 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 19
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$148 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $148 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 24
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$151 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $151 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 20
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$161 Roundtrip, just found
$161
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $161 just found
Delta
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 11
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$277 Roundtrip, just found
$277
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $277 just found
United
Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 27
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$291 Roundtrip, just found
$291
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $291 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
IAH
Houston
SLC
Salt Lake City
$296 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$296
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Houston to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $296 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $87 - $177 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Salt Lake City

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Salt Lake City Intl. SLC. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $155
SLC
Salt Lake City Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $155
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Salt Lake City (SLC)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$125
Distance
1194 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 13 mins

Houston to Salt Lake City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to Salt Lake City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Houston to Salt Lake City are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to Salt Lake City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to Salt Lake City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to Salt Lake City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Houston to Salt Lake City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Houston to Salt Lake City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $50 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Houston to Salt Lake City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Houston to Salt Lake City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) cost?
You can find cheap return flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) starting at $297. Book your seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta and Southwest Airlines flight leaving IAH on August 16 2025 and touching down at SLC. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to SLC?
The cheapest flights from IAH to SLC are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
If you're departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you can board a nonstop flight to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to SLC?
With prices as low as $149 for a one-way flight from IAH to SLC, United is currently the cheapest airline flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on October 11 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Every day on average, 5 direct flights operate from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Choose the departure time that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
The 8 PM departures from IAH to SLC see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to SLC?
Sunday has the most flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Take the earliest flight at around 7:45AM UTC-6, leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You'll be flying for about 3h 35m, landing at Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) at approximately 10:20AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 1,200 mi from IAH to SLC.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
To touch down at Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) on time, pick a flight that takes off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Salt Lake City from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
If you're taking a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from IAH to SLC generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to SLC flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking an IAH to SLC flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your IAH to SLC flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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