Flights from SLC to LAX: Quick Trips to the City of Angels
Cheapest flight found
$93
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: SLC → LAX
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$93
Highest Fare
$190
Median Fare
$149
Price Spread
$97
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $93)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $190)
Biggest price drop caught: $52 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles range from $93 to $190, a $97 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $52 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
Salt Lake City (SLC)
To
Los Angeles (LAX)
Airport Information
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) recently completed a massive multi-billion dollar redevelopment, resulting in a state-of-the-art single terminal facility. It features 'The Canyon,' a stunning large-scale art installation, along with high-tech security screening and a diverse selection of local Utah-based dining options. As a major Western US hub, it offers exceptional reliability and modern passenger amenities for those departing the Beehive State.
Los Angeles (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the world's premier gateways, located right along the Pacific coast in the Westchester neighborhood. It serves as a massive crossroads for international and domestic travel with nine passenger terminals arranged in a horseshoe shape. The airport is currently undergoing significant modernization, including an Automated People Mover system designed to streamline access to the central terminal area from parking and rental car facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The average flight duration for a non-stop journey between SLC and LAX is approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a total distance of about 590 miles.
Which airlines offer direct flights on this route?
Several major carriers provide daily non-stop service, including Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Alaska Airlines, providing travelers with plenty of schedule flexibility.
Is there a time difference between SLC and LAX?
Yes, Salt Lake City is in the Mountain Time Zone while Los Angeles is in the Pacific Time Zone. This means that Los Angeles is always one hour behind Salt Lake City.
What is the best time of day to fly to avoid delays?
Early morning flights departing before 8:00 AM are statistically less likely to experience delays, as the airspace in both regions is typically less congested and weather patterns are more stable.
Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
No, because both cities are within the United States, domestic travelers only need a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a REAL ID-compliant driver's license.
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