Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles is 1 hour 52 minutes.
Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route, with 98 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SLC to LAX is with Delta at 23:00. Choose the first departure with Spirit Airlines at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from SLC to Los Angeles. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles. Start your journey at SLC and land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles. Some of the most popular are:
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing checklist after booking your cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles.
SLC is around 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours and 54 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SLC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Los Angeles
R 532 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles. Return flights start at R 1,064. These prices can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from SLC to Los Angeles, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 34 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from SLC to Los Angeles, settle in at a hotel near VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month for a trip to Los Angeles. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Before booking a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from SLC to Los Angeles sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
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