Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to San Diego: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 56 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego.
San Diego is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. San Diego operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
With 64 flights a week between the two airports, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SLC to SAN is with Delta at 23:20.
To ensure you get on your flight from SLC to San Diego, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego that arrives at San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego include:
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SLC? If you're catching an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to San Diego
37 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 74 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from SLC to San Diego by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego is about 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is about 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Once your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 14 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CLD. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SLC to San Diego at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego. July is the most popular month for a trip to San Diego. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from SLC to San Diego sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
After locking in your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to San Diego, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are essential stops on your San Diego itinerary.
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