$43 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City (LAX-SLC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $86 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$86 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $86 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Sat, Aug 23
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$98 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $98 found 18 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$100 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $100 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$104 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$104
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $104 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$104 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$104
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $104 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$130 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $130 found 7 hours ago
United
Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 20
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$135 Roundtrip, just found
$135
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $135 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 20
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$135 Roundtrip, just found
$135
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $135 just found
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 22
LAX
Los Angeles
SLC
Salt Lake City
$584 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$584
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $584 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Salt Lake City (SLC)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $58 - $359 per traveler.

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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 $192
SLC
Salt Lake City Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $192
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Salt Lake City (SLC)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
589 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 52 mins

Los Angeles to Salt Lake City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Salt Lake City are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Salt Lake City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) start from $100. 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving LAX on August 18 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 LAX to SLC?
The cheapest flights from LAX 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
When jetting out of Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), 6 airlines can take you straight to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) without a layover, including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to SLC?
Travel from LAX to SLC with Spirit Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $50. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on September 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Each day on average, 13 nonstop flights take off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Select the departure time that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Flights between LAX and SLC are their busiest at 9 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to SLC?
Thursday offers the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:45AM UTC-8, heading out of Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You'll be flying for roughly 2h 3m, landing at Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) at approximately 8:48AM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Flights from LAX to SLC have an average travel time of 1 hour and 57 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 590 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to SLC?
Consider traveling with Air France if you'd like to fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
To land at Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) without delays, book a flight that leaves from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) before 3 PM. The likelihood 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from LAX to SLC are generally more expensive. To lock in the lowest rates, start looking for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to SLC flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a LAX to SLC flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
In most cases, you're able to cancel or reschedule your LAX to SLC flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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