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.
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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)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SLC instead:
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
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