Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Salt Lake City

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kansas City International to Salt Lake City flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City

Kansas City International to Salt Lake City: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Salt Lake City.

Kansas City to Salt Lake City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$352
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week53

Finding cheap flights from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City is $352. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City.
WestJet, Delta and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City.
As of April 2025, there are 53 flights per week flying from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City.
The cheapest month to fly from Kansas City International to Salt Lake City is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City Airport on Friday, 25 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Salt Lake City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Salt Lake City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Salt Lake City.

Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know

  • 2 hours 43 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Salt Lake City is 1 hour behind Kansas City and operates on the UTC-6 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 29 flights from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 05:45 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from MCI to SLC is 21:30 with Delta Air Lines.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • To break up your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the MCI - SLC route are:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

  • $174 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. A return flight starts from $352. These prices may change based on availability.

  • To snag cheap flight tickets from MCI to SLC, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from MCI to SLC every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)

  • Travelling from central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport takes around 1 hour and 8 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Got an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MCI:

Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City

  • Salt Lake City International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours and 54 minutes.

When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Salt Lake City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When reserving your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Salt Lake City, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 36ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MCI to SLC around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Salt Lake City

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Salt Lake City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from MCI to SLC:

  • Temple Square and Utah State Capitol are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Salt Lake City travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Red Butte Garden.

Complete your Salt Lake City trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've got your cheap ticket to Salt Lake City International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Salt Lake City.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.