Salt Lake City International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (SLC)

How to get to Salt Lake City International Airport

Salt Lake City center is a few kilometers from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 25 minutes by TRAX Green Line train.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach downtown Salt Lake City in about 15-20 minutes, traffic permitting.

By Train

The TRAX Green line, with a station and visitor center just outside Terminal 1, reaches downtown in approximately 25 minutes, with departures every 15 minutes; fare $2.50. Service on weekdays operates from 5:30 to 11:30 PM, with more limited schedules on weekends.

By Bus

Several shuttle services connect the airport to nearby ski resorts, as well as metropolitan areas.

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Tips Several shuttle services to ski resorts depart directly from the airport: book in advance during peak winter season, when demand is very high.

Average travel time to SLC

Train25 minutes (TRAX Green Line, 2.50 USD)

Shuttle busService available (shuttles to ski resorts)

Taxi / Private hire15-20 minutes (25-35 USD)

Parking near Salt Lake City International Airport

Daily garage costs 45 USD/day; Lot E 25 USD/day; Long-Term Economy Lot 14 USD/day; Premium Reserved 65 USD/day.

How to get to Salt Lake City from SLC

By Train

The TRAX Green line, with a station at the airport, reaches the center in about 25 minutes; fare 2.50 USD.

By Bus

Several shuttle services connect the airport to ski resorts and metropolitan areas.

By Taxi

Uber/Lyft cost approximately 15-25 USD; a metered taxi costs 22-30 USD, to the center, with a journey of 15-20 minutes.

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Car rental at Salt Lake City International Airport

The terminal houses desks for all major car rental companies.

Bring your driver's license, passport, and a credit card in the driver's name; in winter, check if winter tires or chains are required for reaching ski resorts.

Hotels near Salt Lake City International Airport

Salt Lake City International is among the US airports closest to downtown: in under 15 minutes you can go from the terminal to Temple Square. Travelers with a dawn flight or a tight connection find hotels just minutes from baggage claim, along Wiley Post Way. Those who want to visit the city can choose downtown, between Temple Square and the City Creek Center, or one of the two grand historic hotels on South Main Street, facing each other since the 1930s. The farther you get from the airport, the more options open up for dinner and nightlife.

Airport area

Less than 3 km from the terminal, with a round-the-clock free shuttle or a 5-minute taxi/rideshare ride.

Best for: Travelers with a dawn flight or a tight connection who don't want to drive downtown.

Pros

Free round-the-clock shuttle to the airport
Lower prices than downtown

Cons

Office and interchange area, little to do on foot in the evening
15 minutes by car from Temple Square

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Neighbourhood

Downtown (Temple Square and City Creek)

About 15 km from the terminal, 15-20 minutes by taxi, rideshare or your own car.

Best for: To stay within walking distance of Temple Square, the City Creek Center and downtown restaurants.

Pros

Temple Square and the City Creek Center on foot
Downtown restaurants and bars open late

Cons

Paid parking, often valet only
Room rates rise during major events

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Neighbourhood

Grand historic hotels (South Main Street)

About 15 km from the terminal, 15-20 minutes by taxi, rideshare or your own car.

Best for: For those seeking a stay with more style, amid gardens and pools, without giving up downtown.

Pros

Gardens, pools and a spa, not just another chain hotel
Walking distance from downtown and Main Street venues

Cons

Higher rates than other areas
Large property that can feel sprawling

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Airport services

The airport is Delta Air Lines' principal hub in the Rocky Mountain region, with connections to Canada and some international destinations alongside domestic routes.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area offers Utah products and luxury items.

Lounges & relaxation

In Salt Lake City, the lounges are still largely Delta's, with two Sky Club lounges between Concourse A and Concourse B, the latter newer and more spacious. Those with an American Express Platinum or Centurion card find their own lounge in Concourse B, while military personnel and their families have a reference point in Concourse A with the USO Lounge. The real novelty on the way is the United Club, which will bring the airport its first lounge from an airline other than Delta.

lounges: 4
earliest opening: 04:45

Which lounge to choose: full comparison